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AVRMC ARKANSAS VALLEY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Respiratory Therapist: RRT - Respiratory Care in LA JUNTA, Colorado
POSITION: Respiratory Therapist: RRT - Respiratory Care
DUTIES: Maintains knowledge of various methods of oxygen deliver, including the necessary equipment. Remains alert, assesses possible side effects to oxygen delivery. Administers respiratory therapy treatments, understands the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each. Has the ability to react to those side effects appropriately. Sets up and monitors mechanical ventilators and the associated critical care duties required for such treatments, such as airway management and tracheal suctioning, including troubleshooting. Able to assess patient for optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation. Ability to educate on modalities and make appropriate physician contact for intervention when appropriate. Performs arterial punctures to obtain arterial blood samples for blood as analysis, and understands the possible complications and contraindications associated with the procedure. Ability to react to these complications. Follows departmental equipment sterilization procedures. Documents all pertinent data in the patient's medical record following completion of any service.
REQUIREMENTS: Current RRT license. Graduate of an AMA-approved school of respiratory therapy. Successful completion of Neonatal Resuscitation certification recommended. ACLS certification required BLS certification required
PREFERRED SKILLS: Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Monitoring Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively. Active Learning Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
WAGE: $32.07 - $48.10 per/hour
SHIFTS: Range from 3-12 hours / Multiple shifts
JOB SITE: La Junta, CO
BENEFITS: Medical, dental and vision benefits Life Insurance and short-term disability benefits FAMLI Identity Theft benefits Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Employee Assistant Program through Cigna, New York Life and Principal 401K retirement plan options (immediately available) Employer matching after 90 days of employment Rewards and Recognitions Employee wellness programs Annual salary increase opportunity Cafeteria meal discount Generous paid time off Shift differentials
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