Per Diem Respiratory Therapist NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital * As Needed Variable Days & Shifts*

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is one of the nation's leading orthopedic and rheumatologic, specialty hospitals dedicated to the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal diseases. The hospital provides some of the most advanced orthopedic programs in the region for musculoskeletal disorders and the largest pediatric orthopedic program in New York City. The hospital is consistently ranked among the leading orthopedic centers nationwide by U.S. News and World Report. Our expert physicians combine extensive experience and research with the latest technology for bone and joint problems that affect patient's ability to function. We specialize in the following areas: Orthopedic Surgery, Rheumatology, Neurology, and Radiology. At NYU Langone Health, equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace diversity, inclusion, and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Per Diem Respiratory Therapist.

In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for the pursuant to the direction of a duly licensed physician, provides respiratory care under general supervision.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs cardiopulmonary evaluation and patient assessment appropriate to the provision of prescribed respiratory care. Assesses and reassesses patients when administering prescribed respiratory care. Reviews pertinent portions of the medical record in connection with patient assessment. Demonstrates proficiency in performing physical examinations appropriate to the provision of prescribed respiratory care. Demonstrates proficiency in assessing the significance of blood gas results. Demonstrates proficiency in assessing the significance of chest radiographs appropriate to the provision of prescribed respiratory care. Demonstrates proficiency in assessing laboratory data appropriate to the provision of prescribed respiratory care. Demonstrates proficiency in assessing artificial airway placement, security and tracheal tube cuff pressure. Demonstrates proficiency in performing pulmonary function, mechanics, oxygenation measurements and weaning assessment protocols. Reaches proper conclusion, and makes appropriate recommendations based upon integration and understanding of assessment data.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Documents all pertinent data following completion of any service in an approved manner on patients medical records. Shift reports and patient care plans. Documenting on ventilator flow sheets. Documenting in the ICIS system. Charting in the progress record. Department charges. CQI documentation. CQI Problem Reporting/Adverse Reaction Form.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of policies and procedures related to provision of comprehensive respiratory care. Consisting of; Emergency airway care and resuscitation, routine airway care, cuff pressure monitoring, suctioning, and bronchial hygiene techniques. Disaster and Bio-Terrorism Responses. Loss of primary gas or electrical power. Conventional adult mechanical ventilation. Conventional neonatal mechanical ventilation. High frequency ventilation. Ventilator adjustments and monitoring. Ventilator patient assessment and management protocols. Humidification and humidification protocols. Oxygen therapy. Medicated aerosol therapy. Aerosol therapy safety precautions. Pulmonary function testing. Hyperinflation therapy. Pulse oximetry and blood gas analysis. Transport of Ventilator Patients Radial & Brachial Arteriotomy Laboratory sample handling, infection control, cleaning and safety.
• Prepares, assembles, verifies the performance and safety of, operates, monitors, maintains the cleanliness of, and discontinues as appropriate, equipment necessary for the provision of prescribed respiratory care. Adult ventilators and ancillary equipment. Neonatal ventilators and ancillary equipment. Primary gas systems and gas therapy equipment and devices. Humidification and aerosol therapy equipment and devices. Analyzers and monitoring equipment and devices. Airway equipment and devices.
• Provides appropriate education to nurses and physicians coincidental to the provision of prescribed respiratory care services. Observes and monitors student performance of respiratory care procedures. Assists in evaluation of performance of respiratory care students.
• Provides appropriate respiratory care related education to patients, family members, nurses, physicians, affiliated students, and other members of the Medical Center community. Identifies situations requiring patient education. Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs of a patient and evaluates effectiveness of learning. Clearly explains the purpose of prescribed respiratory care to patients and/or family as appropriate. Includes patients family in teaching as appropriate.

Additional Position Specific Responsibilities:
This position is oriented to fill a Pulmonary Function Per Diem slot. The candidate will perform Pulmonary Function testing which includes Lung Volumes, Spirometry, Diffusion Capacity and other prescribed tests; in accordance with the American Thoracic Society standards to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary disease. The candidate will also validate all physician orders prior to testing. The candidate will function as a respectful member of the health care team.

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). New York State Respiratory Therapist license; Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC - RRT credential). Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT). New York State respiratory technician license; Certified by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC - CRT credential).

Preferred Licenses: Respiratory Therapist License-NYS

Preferred Qualifications:
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Bachelors degree in Respiratory Care, cardio-respiratory sciences or related area; three years post-graduate hospital experience as a respiratory therapist with one year significant perinatal/pediatric experience; NBRC Perinatal/Pediatric specialty credential; BCLS/ACLS Certification. Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT). Associates degree in Respiratory Care; two years post-graduate hospital experience as a respiratory therapist with one year significant perinatal/pediatric experience; BCLS/ACLS Certification.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

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NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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