Job Summary

Administer aerosol medication, Chest PT and related therapies including medical gas therapy per physician orders or approved protocols,

Assess and interpret patient from Adult and Pediatric Cystic Fibrosis clinics; status using laboratory, and radiology results along with vital signs and other assessments to identify and provide appropriate care based on the specific needs identified,

Evaluate therapy orders for completeness, appropriateness, quality and effectiveness using Evidence-Based Practice Guidelines,

Correctly complete all patient records and documentation according to Department policy including patient assessment, plan of care, E-MAR, patient education and performance improvement fields,

Demonstrate knowledge and skill in the use of PFT machines in clinic area,

Knowledge and skill include device and interface selection, application, operational verification, troubleshooting, and modes of therapy,

Assess effectiveness of therapy and reports any adverse reactions and or side effects to the physician and medical team members,

Comply with all Department, Infection Prevention, and Safety policies and procedures,

Demonstrate knowledge of National Patient Safety Goals and relevant Standards from Joint Commission, Department of Health, CMS, and other regulatory bodies,

Determine priorities and organizes work and time to meet them,

Demonstrate the ability to function in a diverse workforce,

Interact tactfully, constructively, and diplomatically with others,

Complete all mandatory Competencies within specific timeframe,

Complete all hospital educational requirements online training within specific timeframe,

Education/ Experience:

Graduate of an approved school of Respiratory Care within a minimum of a diploma or A,A,S degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent,

Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care

Licenses Certifications

Maintain current New Jersey license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner

Maintain BLS for the Health Care Provider certification