Respiratory Therapist II 1199 -Line H6843, H4726, H2757, H4261, H1423

Overview

The Registered Respiratory Therapist II provides patient assessment and patient care for all pulmonary patients at BronxCare Health System. This key clinical position supports the efforts of the cardiopulmonary physicians and staff providing respiratory care. Respiratory Therapist will perform and complete various treatments, therapies and diagnostic procedures as prescribed by the physician.

Posting internally from June 6, 2024 – June 14, 2024

Responsibilities

Prepares, initiates, monitors and adjusts parameters on Continuous Mechanical Ventilation.

Assesses patients and administers therapies, including but not limited to oxygen humidification, Metered Dose inhaler or High Flow Nebulizerand monitors effectiveness or therapies.

Performs Clinical and Technical procedures to ensure successful outcomes including simple pulmonary function maneuvers, blood collection for arterial blood gas analysis, maximal inspiration with incentive Spirometer and monitoring SPO through non-invasive instruments. Performs emergency procedures as required.

Maintains inventory of respiratory care equipment and supplies assigned to various units, i.e. Operating Room, Recovery Room, Emergency Room, and intensive Care Units.

Monitors and maintains medical gas systems. Monitors and checks patient’s condition and therapy.

Communicates patient information to the specific staff and completes documentation for each assignment. Notifies Medical staff of test results.

Assists with intubations, secures airways and may assist cardiopulmonary specialists in patient care.

Reviews all information contained in patient medical record and ensures that protocols are followed.

Qualifications

Associate degree required from an accredited respiratory therapy program

New York State Respiratory Therapist license

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification (BCLS)

Membership in the AARC preferred

FDNY Certificate of Fitness G71

Job LocationsUS-NY-Bronx

ID2024-4711

Category Respiratory Therapist

Position Type Regular Full-Time

Division Bronxcare Hospital Center – Concourse

Min USD $102.64/Yr.

Max USD $144.31/Yr.

Shift Day Shift

Department : Name Respiratory Therapy (BHCS)