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.