Respiratory Therapist- PRN
Company: Mercy Health
Location: Lorain
Posted on: June 17, 2022
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*Requisition* R115003 *Market* Lorain, Ohio *Department*
Respiratory Therapy - Allen Medical Center *Shift* Evenings/Nights
*Schedule* Part-time *Thank you for considering a career at Mercy
Health* As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy
Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in
mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in
this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration,
excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are
committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity,
service and stewardship to create an environment where associates
want to work and help communities thrive.*JOB SUMMARY:*The
Respiratory Therapist provides quality care by assessing,
coordinating, and evaluating the respiratory care provided to our
patients. This includes routine and complex procedures while using
a wide variety of techniques and equipment. The Respiratory
Therapist also collaborates with the multidisciplinary team and
communicates effectively with others.*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:**
Performs respiratory therapy with an understanding of the
indications, contraindications, hazards and precautions associated
with all delivered therapy* Assesses the pulmonary status of
patients receiving respiratory care and makes recommendations for
therapy* Administers medical gases, aerosolized medications and
provides therapies to maintain bronchopulmonary hygiene per
protocol* Functions as a member of the cardiac arrest, trauma, and
other emergency teams as indicated* Performs airway clearance and
lung volume expansion therapies and instructs patients regarding
follow-up care* Other duties as assigned*EDUCATION:** High School
Diploma or GED* Satisfactory completion of formal Respiratory
Therapy training in a Commission on Accreditation of Respiratory
Care (CoARC) approved school program* Required to have Bachelors
degree within 3 yrs. for Respiratory*REQUIRED LICENSING &
CERTIFICATIONS:** Current state licensure as a Respiratory
Therapist* Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association*
*ONE*of the following* Current Registered Respiratory Therapist
(RRT) credential with the National Board of Respiratory Care*
Limited Permit*ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:** Will float between SEYH,
SEBHand SJWH as needed.* Will work holidays, weekendand night
coverage as required to meet staffing needs.Direct Care Physical
DemandsOccasional 1 to 33% of workdayFrequent 34 to 66% of
workdayConstant 67 100% of workdayNot at all 0% of
workdayOccasionalSitting, Unilateral Vertical Reach 36-72; Bed-cart
transfer with 200# person and assist of one with sheet; Lift 0-50#,
6-36 from floor; climbing stairs; operating machines (2hand(s)),
operating machines 2foot/feet).FrequentStanding, walking 2.3 mph, 0
incline; unilateral horizontal reach 0-18; bilateral carry, 30,
27#; push/pull 100, 19ft lbs; hold 200# patient sidelying while
doing procedure x 2 minutes; roll 200# patient away/toward self;
transfer 105# person chair-chair 5x/hr with gait belt; move 200#
person up in bed with assist of one and sheet; lift 0-30#, 6-36
from floor; lift 0-20# 36-48 from floor; lift 0-20# 6-72 from
floor.ConstantBilateral fine motor manipulation; functional near,
far, color vision aided or unaided; functional hearing aided or
unaided; functional verbal communication skills; working overtime
as assigned to meet operational/patient care demands.Not at
AllClimbing ladders; working from heights; crawling; kneeling;
runningCategory I job classification MH employees who have jobs
with tasks that routinely involve exposure or potential exposure to
blood, body fluids, tissues and/or used sharps.Job Hazard
Risks:LiftingInfectious Disease ExposureHazard Materials Exposure
(Nuclear, Biological, Chemical)Workplace Violence
PotentialMercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.Well also
reward your hard work with:* Comprehensive, affordable medical,
dental and vision plans* Prescription drug coverage* Flexible
spending accounts* Life insurance w/AD&D* An employer-matched
403(b) for those who qualify.* Paid time off* Educational
Assistance* And much more*S**cheduled Weekly Hours:*0.01*Work
Shift: *Evenings/Nights *Department: *Respiratory Therapy - Allen
Medical CenterAll applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, national origin,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic
information, or protected veteran status, and will not be
discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to
view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for
Mercy Health Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin, Virginia;
Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative
Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email
recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability
and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the
employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition
Team at [recruitment@mercy.com](mailto:recruitment@mercy.com)
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