Respiratory Care Practitioner

Overview

Where you matter as much as the work you do

Join Emory Healthcare (EHC) if you’re looking for an opportunity with one of the nation's leading Atlanta hospitals in cardiology and heart surgery, cancer, neurology, and more! EHC is where those around you are dedicated to the power of teamwork, fostering an environment where you can learn, grow, and innovate with similarly passionate professionals. Work with us to improve the quality of life throughout Georgia through partnerships with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Georgia Institute of Technology, and other organizations and make a bigger, greater impact than you ever thought possible.

Description

7:30a - 3:30p / Full Time / 40 Hours

This role defines the Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) who serves as a clinician at the clinical departments in both inpatient and outpatient areas. Employs the use of evidence-based practice, department and service area initiatives, and grows individually as a professional. Adheres to the Emory Behavioral Standards and Service Culture Guidelines, providing Patient and Family Centered Care and consistently meeting departmental/hospital quality & safety goals.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Competency Maintenance: Completes and maintains all competencies; refers and guides others in the use of policies and procedures in the clinical setting; assures competence to function if working in a new area; ensures equipment is functioning properly and is ready for emergent situations.
2. Assumption of Duties: Assesses unit work and reports to supervisor/charge; anticipates needs; participates in patient round discussions and identifies alternate methods of therapy or mechanical ventilation; competent in clinical areas as appropriate.
3. Service Area Support: Suggests modifications to care to patient care team; acquires resources not readily available; serves as a resource for ventilator management; regularly attends department meetings (75%) and in-services and educational offerings.
4. Professional Activity: Partners in product evaluation and selection; reviews policies and procedures to guide practice; encouraged to attend one professional Local, State or National Respiratory conference every two years; 10 CEUs required annually.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

• Associate’s degree in respiratory care.
• Currently licensed as an active Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of Georgia.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by the National Board of Respiratory Care; preferred membership in American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC).
• BLS required via the American Heart Association.
• ACLS required for adult critical care within 6 months of hire; NRP required for Special care nursery/NICU.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• New Graduate to 2 years’ experience; at least two years of experience preferred.
• JUDGEMENT: Employee may work independently under the general direction of their leader.

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, occasional sitting, close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure, Bio-hazardous waste, Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, Communicable diseases, Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.