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    Registered Respiratory Therapist - Tucson, United States - Banner Health

    Banner Health
    Banner Health Tucson, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Description

    Primary City/State:
    Tucson, Arizona


    Department Name:
    Respiratory Thrpy-Hosp


    Work Shift:
    Day


    Job Category:
    Clinical Care

    $10,000 Sign-On Bonus Available for Registered Respiratory Therapist with a minimum of 3 years of experience.


    As an RRT, you will bring your experience and passion for health care to our Respiratory team at Banner University Medical Center Tucson - South Campus (BUMCS) The BUMCS Respiratory Therapy department is highly engaged in teamwork which allows staff to have the ability to cross train to critical care areas more easily.

    Since we are an academic center, staff have the ability to interact with medical students and provide input/feedback. There is also the opportunity to assist with academic driven studies.


    The current available shift is full-time, working 36 hours/week, on day shift (3 12's from 6 am - 6:30 pm).


    Banner - University Medical Center South is a comprehensive academic medical center that includes an Emergency department, a state-designated trauma center and a Behavioral Health Pavilion.

    We are an Arizona Department of Health Services-accredited Cardiac Receiving Center and a Nurses Improving Care for Health system Elders-designated senior-friendly hospital.

    The hospital is staffed by physicians who are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson and is managed by Banner Health under an operating agreement with Pima County.

    Our specialty services include inpatient and outpatient behavioral health, treatment and education for diabetes, innovative geriatrics care and comprehensive orthopedics.


    POSITION SUMMARY


    This position independently provides respiratory care, pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing to patients in a variety of health care settings.


    CORE FUNCTIONS

    • Performs all basic modalities of respiratory care as prescribed by physicians and/or licensed independent practitioners in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
    • Applies and manages mechanical ventilators in collaboration with physicians and/or licensed independent practitioners, recommending adjustments to improve clinical condition, patient comfort and to expedite the weaning process.
    • Assembles, disassembles, operates, maintains, troubleshoots, cleans and performs adjustments in the applications of durable medical equipment and circuitry used in the delivery of respiratory care as prescribed in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
    • Performs pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing as prescribed in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
    • Performs patient assessments and evaluates patient response to care provided, making recommendations to physicians regarding the plan of care, appropriate use of respiratory therapy and modification of therapy as clinical condition changes. Documents therapy provided in an accurate and complete manner in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
    • Communicates and collaborates with resource staff in formulating care plans, recommendations for change in therapy and identification/resolution of problems.
    • May supervise department staff.
    • Independently provides respiratory care, pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing to patients in a variety of health care settings. May be assigned to a variety of areas throughout the system where respiratory care is needed.

    Internal customers:
    All levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team


    External Customers:
    Physicians and their office staff, payers, community agencies and regulatory agencies.


    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Associate or technical degree.

    Proof of having passed the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). RRT required for all new hires to the position after October 1, 2015. Incumbents in the position as of October 1, 2015 must possess their RRT by October 1, 2017. A current license in state practiced as required by state law. In the state of Nevada, all incumbents must have their Blood Gas Technologist certification. Basic Life Support (BCLS) required.

    In Home Care setting, must posses valid drivers license and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.

    Employees working for Banner Home Care/Hospice must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.

    Must be knowledgeable of clinical techniques, applications and equipment as typically obtained through one year of clinical experience. Must possess highly effective human relation skills necessary to interface with patients, families, staff and other healthcare personnel.


    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
    Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

    EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans

    Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.

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