Cert Respiratory Therapist

Position Summary:

Assesses, treats, and cares for patients with breathing disorders. Initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures; maintains patient records; and selects, assembles, checks, and operates equipment.

Essential Functions
Demonstrates competency in respiratory therapeutics and in the use of ventilators, pulmonary diagnostics, physiologic monitors, intra-aortic balloon pumps, and other equipment required for the provision of respiratory care.
Maintains accurate and precise documentation.
Demonstrates a strong power of analytical reasoning and effectively blends patient care management skills with technical expertise.
Communicates openly and effectively with all members ofthe healthcare team.
Demonstrates proficiency in quality control and maintenance of arterial blood gas analyzers, specimen collection, and analysis of blood for gas transport and acid/base determinations.
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Education/Training
Associate degree from an approved Respiratory Care program. (If licensed prior to December 31, 2008, a certificate of completion from an approved Respiratory Care program will be accepted.)

Licensure/Certification
Certified by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Licensed by the State of Florida (Department of Health) - renewed bi-annually.
Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
Advanced Life Support as appropriate per unit and site.
Preferred: Maintains active membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) and Florida Association for
Respiratory Care (FSRC).

Experience
None