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University of Maryland Medical System

Respiratory Care Practitioner

Job Description

Job Requirements Job Title
  • Respiratory Care Practitioner 💥
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  • Up to $10K!! 💥 This is a Night Shift Role; Monday
  • Friday 7:00 pm
  • 7:30 am EST and every 3rd Weekend
  • Flexibility may be considered in work hours Overview Working under regular supervision with approved protocols or under the order of a licensed independent provider (LIP), the Respiratory Care Practitioner I (Registered) executes assignments demonstrating a basic level of clinical competence in Respiratory Care and the continuing development of proficiency in the selection of accurate technical factors on an individual patient basis necessary to evaluate and provide age appropriate treatment across all patient types in all locations to include cardiopulmonary dysfunction secondary to developmental defects, the aging process, physical injury or disease requiring the administration of inhaled medications, utilization of specialized ventilation equipment and performing a variety of respiratory care techniques.
Learns and adheres to all department and facility policies and procedures. Key Responsibilities Key Responsibility 1 : Under the oversight of a senior practitioner may manage an assigned case load and responds to emergent patient needs. Functions as part of a larger team to support all patients under the department's care. Key Responsibility 2 : Performs respiratory care in varied patient populations. Verifies all interventions are supported by protocol or LIP order. Observes and monitors physical signs and symptoms, general behavior, general physical response to respiratory care procedures. Participates with LIP during patient rounds and in the initiation, modification, or discontinuation of the treatment regimen. Learns and adheres to Joint Commission, State, Federal, organizational and departmental regulatory compliance standards Key Responsibility 3 : Administers therapeutic and diagnostic gases (exclusive of anesthetic agents), aerosolized medication treatments and chest physiotherapy. Administers invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation and adjusts ventilation equipment to optimize patient support. Ensures correct ventilator alarms and settings. Collaborates with the healthcare team when adjusting ventilation parameters and settings, as necessary in accordance with patient's response. Evaluates the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions by reviewing chest x-rays, utilizing noninvasive monitor values and laboratory results. Monitors patient appearance and vital signs and consults with the LIP or a senior practitioner as necessary. Key Responsibility 4 : Documents accurate patient care activity in various electronic health records systems. Key Responsibility 5 : Participates in departmental and organizational performance improvement initiatives and efforts to improve workflows, patient experience and quality. Actively participates in student and employee training and education activities. Work Experience Qualifications Education Associate's Degree /Legacy Approved Certificate Program Experience Graduate of an accredited respiratory program Licensures/Certifications Licensure as a Respiratory Care practitioner by the Maryland Board of Physician Quality Assurance Credentialing by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is required Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation:
  • Pay Range:
    $33.36
  • 46.70
  • Other Compensation (if applicable): NA
  • Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide Benefits Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation:
  • Pay Range:
    $33.36
  • 46.70
  • Other Compensation (if applicable): NA
  • Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide

Benefits

  • Bonuses/Stipends
  • Dental Insurance

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What they do

A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.

$78,723 / year median in Maryland

+12% projected growth

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