Registered Respiratory Therapy, Atrium Health Stanly, FT Days

Dayshift. This position is sign on bonus eligible.

• Coordinates and Supervises clinical activities of the cardiopulmonary staff.
• Assures the appropriate quality of care is administered as designated by physician orders or protocol.
• Conducts orientation for new employees and coordinates continual education of staff.
• Maintains & evaluates supplies and equipment.
• Assures that JCAHO standards and organization clinical policies are being followed.
• Assists in the development and implementation of departmental goals.
• Provides direct patient care as needed.

• Position requires repetitive physical activity with considerable walking and standing.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Work requires the ability to move patients of all age groups and equipment.
• May be exposed to odors, low lighting, and crowded working conditions. Must have intact sense of sight, hearing, smell and touch.

• Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care required. Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care required.
• Currently licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner for the state of applicable state required. Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy with a minimum of two years in a Respiratory Care Department or a RRT equivalent with a minimum of five years in a Respiratory Care Department required. Working knowledge of all phases of Respiratory Care technology pertinent to this position. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Basic Life Support for healthcare providers thru the American Heart Association required. Advanced certificates per facility policy

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