GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
* Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines
* Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
* Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures
* Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
* Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
* Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
* Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.
WORKING CONDITIONS
* General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
* May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
* May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.
* May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
* Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
* May be scheduled as needed including overtime
Qualifications - Internal
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
* 2 year/Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy (Required)
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
* 1 - 2 years Respiratory Therapy (Required)
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES
* Required Certifications/Licensures: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP ) NICU RRT only.
GENERAL SKILLS
* Organizational Skills
* Communication Skills
* Interpersonal Skills
* Customer Relations
* Mathematical
* Analytical
* Grammar/Spelling
* Read/Comprehend Written Instructions
* Follow Verbal Instructions
* Transcription
* Basic Computer Skills
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
* Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
* Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination
* Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
* Standing - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
* Walking - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
* Sitting - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
* Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
* Bending/Stooping - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
* Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
* Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
* Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)