OverviewBe inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare.At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be.BenefitsComprehensive health benefits that start day oneStudent Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement ProgramsFamily-focused benefitsWellness incentivesOngoing mentorship and leadership programsAnd more!DescriptionJob Summary: This role is designated for the RCP who has achieved RCP I expertise on the clinical, departmental and professional level. Employs the use of evidence-based practice, department and service area initiatives, and grows individually as a professional. Adheres to the Emory Behavioral Standards. Adheres to the Emory Service Culture Guidelines. Provides Patient and Family Centered Care. Consistently meets departmental/hospital quality & safety goals.Job Duties:Key Responsibility Category: Level of Competency – Completes and Maintains all competenciesRefers and Guides others in the use of policies and procedures in the clinical settingAssures competence to function if working in new areaAssures equipment is functioning properly and is ready for emergent situations; taking items out of service and reporting failures as neededServes as a role model for peersKey Responsibility Category: Assumption of Duties – Assesses unit work and report to supervisor/charge anticipates needsProvides mentor level support for respiratory care practitioner IAssists with patient care team discussions during complex patient care situationsCompetent in clinical areas as appropriateCompetent and functions as a PreceptorMust complete Preceptor courseOther duties as assignedCompetent in 1 of the following critical/specialty care areas: NICU, ICU, ECMO, CVICU, ED, CPET, Pulmonary Rehab IP(interventional pulmonary) etc.Key Responsibility Category: Service Area Support – Encouraged to participate as a super user to department related in‑services and annual skill sessions. Suggest modifications to care to patient care teamAcquires resources not readily availableServes as a resource for ventilator managementRegularly attends department meetings (75%)Regularly attends in services and educational offeringsKey Responsibility Category: Professional Activity – Supports the evaluation of new equipmentReviews policies and procedures to guide practice. Highly encouraged to attend one professional Local, State or National Respiratory conference every two yearsServes as a preceptor/mentor for RCP level 1 respiratory therapists. 15 CEU??s Required annuallyMinimum Qualification RequirementsMINIMUM EDUCATION: Associates degree in Respiratory Care. Bachelors Degree in Respiratory Care or related science preferred.MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 2 years or greaterJUDGEMENT: Employee may work independently under the general direction of their leader.LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: 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. Active membership in American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC).MUST HAVE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING CERTIFICATIONS: ECMO training certification, Intubation certification, FCCS instructor, PALS certification, NRP certification, AARC Pulmonary Disease Educator, AARC Asthma Educator Certificate, AARC Pulmonary Rehabilitation certificate, Other Requirements (if applicable): BLS required, ACLS required for adult critical care within 6 months of hire, NPS preferred if working in Special care nursery/NICU, ACCS preferred if working in Critical Care, CPFT and/or RPFT preferred if working in PFT, AE-C preferred if working in the Asthma Clinic.Physical Requirements (Medium)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 work tasks.Environmental FactorsFactors 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.Additional DetailsEmory 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.DivisionSt. Joseph's HospitalCampus LocationAtlanta, GA, 30342US-GA-AtlantaDepartmentSJH Respiratory TherapyJob TypeRegular Full-TimeJob Number166532Job CategoryTherapySchedule7p-7:30aStandard Hours36 HoursHourly MinimumUSD $36.74/Hr.Hourly MidpointUSD $43.67/Hr.Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.#J-18808-Ljbffr
