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Mary Washington Healthcare
Mary Washington Hospital
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Start the day excited to make a difference…end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.
The Respiratory Therapist (RT) I is an introductory level respiratory care practitioner who is learning and incorporating the mission and standards of behavior of MWHC. The RT I has basic assessment and therapeutic skills and can provide care to limited patient populations. The RT I will provide quality care, develop, and ensure patient plan of care collaboration with the multidisciplinary team including physicians, registered nurses, and speech, occupational, and physical therapists.
Provides competent and compassionate patient and family centered care based on respiratory processes and interdisciplinary teamwork.
Administers and assesses responses to respiratory therapeutic interventions with proficiency and minimal to no supervision. (e.g., aerosol therapy, oxygen therapy, bronchodilator therapy, bronchopulmonary hygiene).
Evaluates effects of respiratory therapy treatment plan by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress; recommends adjustments and modifications.
Establishes and manages mechanical ventilation.
Measures ventilator volumes, pressures, and blood gas analysis.
Routinely develops or refines the ventilator care plan and communicates with the patient care team based on evidence and best practice.
Communicates other pertinent information to/from healthcare team members consistent with MWHC standards.
Maintains and ensures operation of equipment by setting up, cleaning, sterilizing, completing preventive maintenance requirements, troubleshooting malfunctions, and calling for repairs.
Provides education and training to patients and family members.
Ensures the safety of patients and Associates by adhering to hospital and departmental policies and protocols.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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