Opportunity:
Respiratory Therapist
Job Details:
• Maintain accurate respiratory therapy charging including data entry, verification, and correction of errors• Provide intensive respiratory care and patient transport into and out of the facility as medically prescribed
• Evaluate patients and recommend appropriate treatment plans
• Explain purpose and procedures of treatments, tests, and equipment to patients and provide discharge education
• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments using various ventilatory equipment, both invasive and non-invasive, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices
• Perform chest physiotherapy using various equipment to promote secretion clearance
• Perform patient suctioning via oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal methods
• Perform oximetry and capnography monitoring according to policy
• Conduct routine reviews of patient chest X-rays to determine need for further evaluation
• Perform 12-Lead EKG and basic arrhythmia recognition
• Perform pulmonary function studies including NIF and VC according to policy
• Assist with respiratory care procedures including bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement
• Perform chest drainage via PleurX catheter or similar device where applicable
• Perform tracheostomy care including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes in both emergent and non-emergent situations
• Perform arterial punctures and monitor, record, and report ventilation efficiency and test results
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to BLS and ACLS guidelines
• Perform insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes via freehand technique and/or video laryngoscope system
• Set up, self-test, operate, maintain, and monitor mechanical ventilation on various types of equipment
• Assist in facilitating preventative maintenance and repair of equipment as needed
• Record all pertinent treatment information and patient responses in respiratory care records and patient chart
• Communicate with attending and pulmonary physicians regarding the efficiency of therapy administered
• Report all necessary information during shift-to-shift walking rounds handoff communication
Facility:
This specialty hospital focuses on critical illness and rehabilitation care, providing advanced respiratory therapy services within a dedicated inpatient setting. The facility supports a multidisciplinary care team approach and is equipped with modern ventilatory and respiratory equipment to treat complex, high-acuity patients. The organization is committed to delivering quality patient care with a strong emphasis on clinical excellence and professional development.
Location:
Pensacola, FL
Pensacola offers a vibrant coastal lifestyle along the stunning Gulf of Mexico, known for its white sandy beaches and warm weather year-round. The city combines a rich cultural history with a thriving local food and arts scene, making it a wonderful destination for healthcare professionals seeking both professional growth and an exceptional quality of life.