RRT- F/T

Job Summary:
Assess and provide necessary treatment for all ages of patients related to respiratory, and/or cardiac difficulties.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
· Draw blood for ABG, understanding and using related machines.
· Perform EKG, SVN treatments and BiPAP/CPAP therapy.
· Administer proper drug and oxygen therapy
· Provide and maintain ventilation equipment
· Evaluate patients regarding auscultation, SAO2 readings and oral interview techniques.
· Assist with intubations.
· Perform outpatient studies as needed.
· Participate in patient education.
· Maintain all records pertinent to patient care.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
· As assigned.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES:
· Requires thorough knowledge of the cardiopulmonary system.
· Skills as required for RRT/CRT license.
AGE-RELATED COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.
Information Management: Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.
Risk Management/Quality Management/Safety: Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations.
MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Ø Education – Graduate of an accredited respiratory program recognized by the NBRC and AARC.
Ø Work Experience – N/A
Ø Training – per licensure.
Ø License/Certification – Current State of New Mexico CRT and/or RRT; BLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP certifications required.
ENVIROMENTAL CONDITIONS: Work environment consists of daily patient contact, which may include exposure to blood, or other body fluids.

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Ø Education – Graduate of an accredited respiratory program recognized by the NBRC and AARC.
Ø Work Experience – N/A
Ø Training – per licensure.
Ø License/Certification – Current State of New Mexico CRT and/or RRT; BLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP certifications required.