Job description

Role: Respiratory Therapist

Location: Nyack, New York (Onsite)

Full-Time / Permanent

Description
Shift: Night

1. Working Time: 6:30PM-7:30AM

2. Travel: NO

3. Working Days: Rotating weekdays, weekends and holidays

A. Job Summary: Administers respiratory care modalities and evaluates results, under general supervision and in accordance with a physician’s written order.

B. Essential Job Qualifications

1. Experience: 1 year work/clinical practice in acute care setting preferred.

2. Training/Certification: BLS and ACLS certification

3. Licensure: Current registration of New York State Respiratory Therapist License or limited work permit

4. Other:

C. Job Specific Contacts

1. General Contacts: Patients, families, physicians, nurses, PCA’s, SSA’s, unit secretaries, Radiology Technicians, visitors

2. Job Provides Direction to: Respiratory Therapy Technicians

Environment and Demands

1. Environmental Demands: Patient care areas; unpleasant sights and odors; may transfer to another facility to provide care.

2. Essential Physical and Cognitive Demands, Manual Dexterity: On feet most of day; lifts/pushes moderate to heavy equipment; constant exposure to infection; exposure to emotionally stressing situations; eye/hand coordination, manual dexterity and coordination required; able to learn computer skills.

Part I: Hospital-Wide Standards

A. Organizational

Demonstrates adherence to Montefiore Nyack Hospital “We Care” standards including:

WORKING TOGETHER “I will commit to work together in a courteous, respectful manner. I will demonstrate a positive spirit of service with all employees with whom I interact.”

I will:

• Place team success above individual recognition.
• Be receptive to new ideas and approaches within my workplace.
• Offer assistance generously without hesitation.

EMPOWERMENT “I will be accountable, responsible, and self-directed in all aspects of my work at all times.”

I will:

• See projects through to ensure completion.
• Problem solve with patients, family members, and other employees.
• Follow up to ensure a resolution.

COMMUNICATION “I will demonstrate positive communication in a clear, courteous and appropriate manner at all times.”

I will:

• Use effective verbal and written communication to patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees using the principles of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You)
• Use positive communication in my tone of voice, body language, and choice of words.

APPEARANCE “I will dress in a manner that reflects a professional and positive image of the hospital at all times”

I will:

• Maintain a clean, neat, and professional appearance.
• Adhere to the Hospital's dress code policy.
• Promote and adhere to Montefiore Nyack Hospital's guidelines regarding a safe and clean work environment for employees, patients and visitors.

RESPONSIVENESS “I will demonstrate the ability to provide timely feedback and communication to patients, visitors, and coworkers.”

I will:

• Respond empathetically.
• Apologize for delays and concerns.

EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE “I will strive to ‘do my best everyday’ in exceeding customer expectations.”

I will:

• Anticipate and address my patients’ and customers’ needs.
• Avoid negativity and exhibit a “can-do” attitude.
• “Manage up” fellow employees, physicians, departments, and the organization, to increase patient confidence both internally and in the community.

B. MISSION/STRATEGIC PLAN:

Participates in activities which support the mission of the hospital

C. JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:

Demonstrates the required job specific technical/professional knowledge, skills and abilities. *

1. Initiates, monitors and weans patients on mechanical ventilation according to established departmental

policies.

2. Uses specialized techniques to obtain and analyze arterial blood; maintains ABG machines and required documentation according to established departmental policies.

3. Responds to emergency calls, assists in administering CPR,and transports patients according to established

departmental policies.

4. Sets up equipment and administers therapeutic modalitiesaccording to established departmental policies.

5. Completes equipment rounds according to established department policies.

6. Completes all information management responsibilitiesaccording to established departmental policies.

7. Prepares and maintains patient’s Medical Record and department records according to established

departmental policies.

8. Participates in new staff orientation and provides training and inservice to hospital personnel.

9. Assists other employees in meeting their job objectives while fulfilling their own in a satisfactory fashion.

10. Maintains appropriate inventory of departmental supplies and informs department management when inventory levels are low.

11. Performs all assigned job activities, even those remotely related to their primary job.

12. Supports cooperative efforts between and among departments.

13. Conducts all department activities in a courteous, professional and timely manner with a collaborative spirit.

14. Supports departmental processes consistent with the hospital mission.

15. Maintains professional behavior and develops trust between coworkers.

16. Accomplishes previously determined, goals and objectives.

17. Adheres to all policies and procedures that apply.

18. Serves as Shift Supervisor as assigned.

19. Performs other duties as assigned.

* Document on addendum age specific competency.

Part II: Employee Performance Standards

A. CUSTOMER SERVICE:

1. Demonstrates the ability to create a positive interaction with the customer.

2. Demonstrates positive communication with people of different cultures, values and beliefs.

3. Demonstrates the ability to acknowledge customer concerns and takes corrective action.

4. Demonstrates compliance with identified customer service behaviors.

5. Provides escort to customers when necessary.

B. PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT:

1. Participates in Department/Hospital-wide activities which improve processes and/or outcomes.

2. Utilizes resources to maintain and improve self development and knowledge.

3. Complies with licensure and/or certification requirements.

4. Participates in annual competency assessment.

C. Budget:

1. Demonstrates fiscally prudent use of equipment and supplies.

2. Utilizes charge process for supplies/equipment.

D. PROJECTS/ASSIGNMENTS:

1. Completes projects/assignments within projected time frames and expectations.

Addendum:

Age Specific Competence FOR THOSE STAFF WITH REGULARCLINICAL CONTACT

1. Within the scope of practice, assumes responsibility, as necessary, for the assessment, treatment and care of patients of all ages, from neonate to geriatric.

2. Displays competency in obtaining and interpreting the patient’s behavior based upon an understanding of cognitive, biopsychosocial, and aging processes.

3. Displays an understanding of the developmental needs of the patient when planning and implementing treatment or services.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $80,000.00 per year

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Night shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Nyack, NY 10960: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Respiratory therapy: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• RRT (Preferred)
• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• RCP License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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