Respiratory Therapist (CRT)- PRN

Company: wellstar health system
Location: East Point
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

Overview How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Responsibilities Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center-South is seeking a dynamic Certified Respiratory Therapist The Respiratory Therapist, working under the direction of the RC Manager/Director, is responsible for medication administration and implementing respiratory care based on expanded knowledge experience, and the evaluate and treat process. The CRT is responsible for delivering patient care in complex, multiple problem-patient care situations with the majority of time involved with acute patient care areas with protocol ventilator management. In addition, to patient care delivery, the RCP is responsible for patient, family/support system education, coordination of activities, staff development, and professional and self-developmental activities. The CRT is responsible for providing patient care with an understanding and awareness of population specific needs. The CRT addresses the biological, emotional, and developmental, psychosocial, and patient/family education needs when providing care to the patient. The therapist also participates in the education of new employees and others. Performance of this job will also require a close working relationship with the Medical staff and Respiratory Care Leadership. Good customer relation, assessment, and communication skills are a must for this job. Qualifications Required Minimum Education: * Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy education program (CoARC or CAAHP) with minimally 20 quarter hours of science (B.S. degree preferred) * NBRC credential as entry level CRT * Holds an active GA Respiratory Care Professional License Required Minimum Licensure: * NBRC credential as entry level CRT and * Holds an active GA Respiratory Care Professional License. NRP, PALS preferred. Required Minimum Experience: * WHH-LTAC requires 3yrs experience of ventilator management, 5yrs preferred Required Minimum Skills: * Ability to communicate well, establish and maintain working relations with physicians and other health care personnel, Critical thinking skills, and computer skills including familiarity with databases We'd like to invite you on a career journey like no other! In return for your contributions, we'll help you make the most of all life's moments - on and off the job. Wellstar Total Rewards is designed to provide for your total well-being, including: Your Wellness, Your Pay, Your Future, Your Joy. We think it's pretty simple - we care for our team members and our team members care for the community. Make a difference in patients' lives-- and your own! Here, it's more than healthcare - it's CareerCare!

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