Respiratory Care Therapist job opportunity at Baptist Health.



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Baptist Health Respiratory Care Therapist
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loacation Lexington, KY, United States Of America
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Summary Job Description: Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) Lexington, KY Full Time 3rd Shift (Nights) Responsible to perform daily Respiratory Care procedures as assigned, which include but are not limited to medication administration via aerosol therapy, oxygen therapy, percussion and postural drainage, noninvasive ventilation, mechanical ventilation, CPR, bedside pulmonary function screening, and arterial blood gases. Able to perform in all emergency situations and provide intubation Description: Medication administration via aerosol therapy, oxygen therapy, percussion and postural drainage, non-invasive ventilation, mechanical ventilation, CPR, bedside pulmonary function screening, and arterial blood gases Able to perform in all emergency situations and provide intubation, if applicable Manages ventilators for neonatal/pediatrics and adults according to protocol pertinent for each age group (Mechanical and non-invasive ventilation) Performs, assesses, and instructs the effective administration of oxygen, aerosol medications, humidification, suctioning, and chest physiotherapy Patient/family education will also include the safe and effective use of equipment where applicable Performs effective airway management, supportive ventilation, and chest compressions during CPR Obtains, processes and reports results of arterial blood gases without direct supervision Utilizes EPIC to acknowledge/resolve all completed and cancelled orders Assists in the maintenance of all Respiratory Care equipment by troubleshooting when necessary and communicating equipment needs to supervisor Evaluates, monitors, analyzes, and makes recommendations in Quality Improvement activities Responds to all respiratory care pages in a timely manner Assists with education programs that will help the staff improve their knowledge, attitude, and skills in relation to the needs of the services offered. Requirements:   Must be a Certified Respiratory Therapist through the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).  Highschool/GED  Technical Diploma  Must be licensed by the Kentucky Board of Respiratory Care as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the State of Kentucky and in accordance with the provisions of KRS chapter 314A.  Must maintain an active BLS. [within 30 days of hire].  Must obtain PALS and NRP within 6 months  New graduates will be acceptable for initial hire with the understanding that the individual must be licensed by KY Board of Respiratory Care in the State of Kentucky and in accordance with the provisions of KRS chapter 314A, and a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)through the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) prior to first day of employment.    New hires must obtain their Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the National Board of Respiratory (NBRC) Care within one year of employment. Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance    Life Insurance    Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance    Identity Theft Protection    Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually     Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave     5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire     Bereavement Leave (includes pets)     PTO Sell Back Program     Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)     Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support     Retirement with Company Match    Please note: These benefits are for our full-time positions. (32 weekly hours- 40 weekly hours).    Work Experience Education If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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