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Job description
Respiratory Care Practitioner
This role defines the Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) who serves as a clinician at the clinical departments in both inpatient and outpatient areas.
Employs the use of evidence-based practice, department and service area initiatives, and grows individually as a professional.
Adheres to the Emory Behavioral Standards Adheres to the Emory Service Culture Guidelines Provides Patient and Family Centered Care Consistently meets departmental/hospital quality & safety goals
Key Responsibility Category:
Level of Competency Completes and Maintains all competencies Refers and Guides others in the use of policies and procedures in the clinical setting
Assures competence to function if working in new area
Assures equipment is functioning properly and is ready for emergent situations; taking items out of service and reporting failures as needed
Key Responsibility Category:
Assumption of Duties Assesses unit work and report to supervisor/charge anticipates needs
Participate in patient round discussions and identifies alternate methods of therapy or mechanical ventilation
Competent in clinical areas as appropriate
Other duties as assigned
Key Responsibility Category:
Service Area Support Suggest modifications to care to patient care team
Acquires resources not readily available
Serves as a resource for ventilator management
Regularly attends department meetings (75%)
Regularly attends in services and educational offerings
Key Responsibility Category:
Professional Activity Partners in product evaluation and selection
Reviews policies and procedures to guide practice.
Encouraged to attend one professional Local, State or National Respiratory conference every two years 10 CEUs required annually
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
MINIMUM EDUCATION: Associates degree in Respiratory Care. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: New Graduate to 2 years experience
JUDGEMENT: Employee may work independently under the general direction of their leader.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
Currently licensed as an active Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of Georgia.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
Preferred membership in American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC).
Other Requirements (if applicable): BLS required ACLS required for adult critical care within 6 months of hire NRP required for Special care nursery/NICU
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
Additional Details
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
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Worksite address
atlanta, GA, 30383, US
Who can apply
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