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    Registered Respiratory Therapist - Birmingham, United States - University of Alabama at Birmingham

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    Position Description:

    Work Schedule:
    Full Time


    Work Location:
    Pulmonary Medicine Clinic, Hoover


    Benefits include: 100% tuition assistance, wellness initiatives, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible employer, plus more.

    In addition to our many benefits and perks, UAB Medicine provides a variety of resources to support employees both personally and professionally.


    To evaluate and administer therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory care and life support to patients with breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders.

    To consult with physicians concerning the development and modification of patient care plans.


    Position Requirements:

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
    Graduate from an accredited School of Respiratory Therapy required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.


    LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR REGISTRATION:


    Currently registered as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Licensed Respiratory Therapist (LRT) with the Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy (ASBRT) required.

    Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required or should be obtained within 30 days of employment.

    Depending on the unit/department, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) may be required.


    TRAITS & SKILLS:
    Must be self-directed / self-motivated; must have good communication and interpersonal skills


    Must be able to:
    (1) perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure; (2) accept responsibility for the direction, control and planning of an one's own work; (3) work independently; (4) recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality; (5) convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, physical or emotional distress and/or grief; (6) relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation; (7) communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background; (8) exhibit flexibility and cope effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced healthcare environment; (9) perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations; (10) demonstrate the quality work ethic of doing the right thing the right way; and (11) maintain a customer focus and strives to satisfy the customer's perceived needs.

    UA Health Services Foundation (UAHSF) is proud to be an AA/EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer.

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