THIS JOB IS BEING POSTED ON BEHALF OF A HEALTHCARE FACILITY
THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN CARTERSVILLE, GA
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Performing pulmonary function testing in patients in the office setting
- Performing 6mwt testing to evaluate oxygenation needs and distance walked
- Monitoring patient physiological responses to therapy, vital signs, and lung function changes, and consulting with physicians if there are adverse reactions;
- Working as part of a team of health care professionals to manage patient care;
- Following specified parameters of treatment;
- Providing emergency care, such as external cardiac massage, artificial respiration, or assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation;
- Inspecting, testing, cleaning, and maintaining respiratory therapy equipment to ensure it is functioning safely and efficiently;
- Maintaining charts that contain patient identification and therapy information; reading prescriptions, lung capacity, and reviewing other information to assess patient condition;
- Sending orders written by providers for oxygen equipment, nebulizer equipment, equipment repairs, and therapy vest to DME companies and documenting such in the patient’s chart;
- Explaining health care treatment procedures to patients to gain cooperation; teaching patients appropriate inhaler technique
- Ordering supplies for the pulmonary function lab
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Completion of an accredited respiratory therapy program or technical college course for respiratory therapy;
- Registration or certification by the national board for respiratory Care (NBRC);
- Current RCP license in the state of practice;
- Current RN or LPN license in the state of practice;
- Respiratory therapy care,;
- Must possess a valid and current driver license and auto insurance;
- Current BLS and/or CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross;
- Strong knowledge of pulmonary function testing is a plus;
- Experience with respiratory equipment.
COMPENSATION:
- Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, PRN positions available
- Salary based on experience
- Full benefits
Respiratory Consultants of Georgia is an equal employment opportunity provider.
Work schedule
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
- 8 hour shift
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)