Respiratory Therapist - CRT/RRT - final candidate will be hired into correct title and pay per qualifications Full-time Day position with rotation - three 12 hour shifts AFSCME union position Posted: July 23, 2024 Offering a sign on bonus up to $15,000! The amount offered varies based on experience and commitment length! **Responsibilities:** + Performs arterial puncture using both the radial and brachial arteries (may use femoral artery with a doctor's order).Performs capillary punctures on newborn infants and small children using either heel or finger sticks. + Administers bedside pulmonary function tests. + Prepares and maintains required reports and patient records. + Administers medical gases utilizing the following equipment: cannula, tent, croupette, mask, aerosol mask, HFNC and trach collar. + Efficiently employs available equipment and supplies giving due care to their use and maintenance. + Administers IPPV, IPPB, aerosol, nebulizer, and incentive spirometry treatments. All of the above contain drugs except incentive spirometry. + Responsible for operating, maintenance, calibration, and performance of blood gas analyzers. + Consults with and advises Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) regarding proper use of equipment, management of difficult patients, etc. + Takes an active role in inservice education of the staff and well as orientation of new Department employees. Serves as a preceptor for the CRT staff during competency reviews. Assesses competency by observing the staff members' knowledge, skills, and behaviors necessary for the safe and effective delivery of respiratory care. + Does work rotating shifts as need arises. Assists with planning, coordination, and supervision of the activities of the technical staff during the shift. + Assists in the evaluation of equipment the Department is considering to purchase. + Assists in the quality assurance program within the Department. + Demonstrates knowledge and ability to adapt to clinical treatment and instructional aspect of care to all stages of the life cycle and to various states of health and disease. + Keeps up to date with current trends and developments.Maintains working knowledge of Department procedure manuals.Participates in inservice programs to improve respiratory practice.Employee complies with established occupational exposure policies. + Initiates and maintains mechanical pulmonary ventilation equipment in the ED, Nursery and ICU settings. + Maintains an adequate level of laboratory supplies for the Blood Gas laboratory. + Available for staff adjustments to help assure sufficient number of qualified staff are available to meet patient needs and respond to unusual occurrences and/or increased patient acuity. + Administers aerosols for the purpose of sputum induction Education and Formal Training Required: + In accordance with Act 60, State Board of Medicine, and State Board of Osteopathic Medicine, must provide the Hospital with a copy of his/her current temporary practice permit or current certificate to practice in the Commonwealth as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. + In addition, must be a graduate of an AMA accredited school for respiratory therapy and successfully completed the NBRC Certification Exam. Experience Required: + None. Specific Abilities: 1.Works under the general supervision of the Advanced Respiratory Therapist/Clinical Coordinator and Administrative Director of Respiratory Care. 2.Performs regular functions without direct supervision. 3.Consults the Advanced Respiratory Therapist/Clinical Coordinator, Administrative Director, and Medical Director as required. _Licenses, Certifications and Clearances for CRT:_ + CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire + Must complete Neonatal Resuscitation Program within one year of Hire Date. + Must obtain RRT within 1 year of hire or transfer. + Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) + Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT) + Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) + Osteopathic Respiratory Care OR Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP) + Act 33 with renewal + Act 34 with renewal + Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal **_Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances for RRT:_** + CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire + Must complete Neonatal Resuscitation Program within one year of Hire Date + Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) + Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) + Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) + Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP) + Act 33 with renewal + Act 34 with renewal + Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal **UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**