What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Respiratory Therapist - Pulmonary Function position at University Hospitals Careers?
"To Heal. To Teach. To Discover." At University Hospitals, these words represent more than just our mission; they encapsulate the opportunities available to the numerous world-class doctors, nurses, healthcare professionals, and support staff who choose to join UH and make a difference.
The Pulmonary Function Therapist role within the University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center’s Respiratory Therapy Department offers a unique chance to become part of a dynamic, collaborative interdisciplinary team. This position adds value to patient care and significantly assists individuals with breathing issues.
We currently offer an opportunity for a part time, Pulmonary Function Therapist to support adult patients in our acute care hospital in Cleveland.
Joining our team comes with several benefits, including:
- A $5,000 sign-on bonus
- Free parking for regular status caregivers
- Tuition reimbursement
- Support for continuing education and professional development
A Brief Overview
This therapist should demonstrate the mastery of most clinical skills and focuses on improving other skills where necessary. This skills includes assessment skills and the active assessment of respiratory therapies needed and procedures according to the respiratory protocols.
What You Will Do
- Mechanical ventilation
- Medicated aerosol delivery
- Airway clearance therapy
- Patient monitoring
- Oxygen and humidity therapy
- Special procedures (CPR, specialty gases, bronchoscopy, transport, etc.)
Additional Responsibilities
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
- Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000