respiratory_therapist – Pediatric – General

Specialty: Pediatric – General
Facility: University of North Carolina Health Care System – 101 Manning Drive Chapel Hill, NC
State License: NC
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Shift: Nights This role is a PEDIATRIC Respiratory Therapist position.Must be able to work with NICU Leve
Guaranteed Hours: 36.00
Description: Specialty: PediatricsFacility: University of North Carolina Health Care SystemState License: NCCerts/Licenses: Years of Experience: Shift: Nights This role is a PEDIATRIC Respiratory Therapist position.Must be able to work with NICU Level III or Level IV, PICU Level I, etc (use previous requirements) Temp to permlocal candidates will be reviewed first 3×12 HrGuaranteed Hours: 36.00Description: Job Summary:Under the direction of department management and according to policies and procedures as defined in the Department Policy and Procedure Manuals, the Respiratory Therapist, Senior demonstrates an advanced level of knowledge in respiratory care and assigned patient care areas.Job Responsibilities:-The Respiratory Therapist II administers competent care of patients through airway management, mechanical ventilator management, oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, respiratory care procedures and treatments designed to assess, prevent, stabilize or remedy patients respiratory dysfunction.-Administers standard Respiratory Care including but not limited to, aerosol medication delivery, basic bedside pulmonary function testing, breathing exercises, oxygen therapy, (Not included in Per Diem Job) and arterial punctures. Provides for all aspects of airway management including aspiration of established airways, tracheostomy care, tracheostomy tube changes, endotracheal intubations and extubations. May perform Pulmonary Function Testing as needed.-Carolina Air Care – When working with Carolina Air Care may Transport pediatric and neonatal patients from referral hospitals per UNC Air Care Protocol.-May perform respiratory care and advanced practice procedures per UNC Air Care Protocol. These procedures include UAC, UVC, IV insertion, intravenous insertion, Chest Tube insertion, Needle Decompression, ABG’s, Blood Glucose monitoring, and others as deemed necessary by the medical control officer.-ECMO – When working with ECMO may manage the Extracorporeal circulation for cardiac and respiratory support of patients.-May be required to be on-call days, nights, weekends and holidays.-May Perform all aspects of ventilator care to include, but not limited to setting up the ventilator and verifying function using specialized ventilator modes to manage the patients disease process. Provide for an appropriate monitoring of these patients and provide appropriate weaning techniques.-Maintains and improves job knowledge and skills. Functions independently with minimal supervision. Serves as resource to other staff reflective of experience level. Schedule Notes:This role is a PEDIATRIC Respiratory Therapist position.Must be able to work with NICU Level III or Level IV, PICU Level I, etc (use previous requirements) Temp to permlocal candidates will be reviewed firstSkills: Required Skills & Experience:-Two (2) years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist.-Ability to read, analyze, and interpret clinical information and technical procedures.-Ability to document clinical information.-Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions from patients, physicians, family members, and other staff.-Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.-Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.-Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical situations.Preferred Skills & Experience:-N/AEducation: Required Education:-Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.Preferred Education:-N/ARequired Certifications & Licensure:-Current certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required.-Dependent upon population served and regardless of if RRT or CRT, all teammates must have at least one of the following depending upon practice area:–ACLS.–NRP.–PALS.–CPFT.OR–Advanced practice certificate to administer moderate sedation in Bronchoscopy Lab.-All certifications must be maintained as required by the certifying body.Preferred Certifications & Licensure:-N/AJob Category: Clinical-AlliedProcess Level Department Description: N/A – Non RN RoleProcess Level Department Compliance: N/A – Non RN RoleMin. Pay Rate: Max. Pay Rate: Department of Nursing?: NoShift: NightsShift Details: 7:00pm – 7:00amFTE: 0.9On-Call Required?: 1 weekend per 6 weeksWeekends Required?: 6 shifts per 6 weeksHolidays Required?: Must be available to work holidays if neededExtension Status: Extension Status Change Date: Previous End Date: Extension Start Date: Extension End Date: HR Job Code and Title: 5537-Respiratory Therapist IIInfor Job Code and Title: 2164-Respiratory Therapist IIInterview Type: Client OfferSupplier POC:; Nights This role is a PEDIATRIC Respiratory Therapist position.Must be able to work with NICU Level III or Level IV, PICU Level I, etc (use previous requirements) Temp to permlocal candidates will be reviewed first 3×12 Hr