Respiratory Therapist

Company: Starr Regional Medical Center
Location: Athens
Posted on: March 17, 2023

Job Description:

Starr Regional Medical CenterStarr Regional Medical Center is currently seeking talent to fill the position of Respiratory Therapist for our Cardiopulmonary Department. This job is permanent, full-time. - - -Benefits Include: - -

• $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE for qualified applicants -
• Competitive Pay - -
• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) for full-time employees - -
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees - -
• 401(k) plan with company match - -
• Paid Training - -
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants - -Core competencies include, but are not limited to the following: -
  • Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
  • Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
  • Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.
  • Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.
  • Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.
  • Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.
  • Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.
  • Operates electrophysiology/cardiac stress test equipment to perform clinical diagnostic electrophysiologic/cardiac stress test exams and routine invasive procedures according to established standards and practices.

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