Qualifications
- Degree issuing institution and or program must be accredited by an entity recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
- Must be a graduate from a Registered Respiratory Therapy Program approved by the Commission of Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) located in a State, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory.
- Minimum one year of professional experience as a Respiratory Technician in a hospital, medical office or residential setting.
- Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NRBC) OR current Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) OR an equivalent credential acceptable to the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
- Basic Life Support
- Current and valid drivers license
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Critical thinking skills.
- Cultural competency.
- Integrity and honesty.
- Experience with special needs populations (preferred, not required).
_ Key Responsibilities_
- Is accountable for maintaining all skills and knowledge necessary to provide safe, effective and developmentally appropriate respiratory care to all patients.
- Plans for patient’s respiratory care needs in collaboration with other members of the care team to provide the highest quality of clinical outcomes Safely performs various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to established standards, procedural guidelines and policies to provide safe patient care
- Accurately and reliably interprets and communicates patient results to support patient care
- Documents interventions performed and response to therapies in the electronic medical record to result in compliant and useful documentation
- Interacts with and explains therapeutic modalities to patients, families and the interdisciplinary team in an understandable manner based on learning styles and individual diversity to ensure collaborative care coordination
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Understanding of “Special Needs” populations (Preferred)
- Ability to navigate in an electronic work environment including electronic health records, web-based training and communications.
- Knowledge of, and moderate proficiency in, common Microsoft Office programs, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint.
- Knowledge of regulations (HIPAA/Privacy Act) regarding the confidentiality of patient medical records and information as well as Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
- Demonstrate strong organization and time management skills.
- Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills.
- Cultural competency and interpersonal skills.
Duty Hours / ON-Call Requirements
- This an upon notification position
- Shifts will be 12 hours a day until complete
- Will have on call responsibilities
Physical Demands
- Physically capable of performing duties and responsibilities as listed above.
- Ability to work in an austere environment exposure to heat and weather
- Frequent use of common office technology such as the computer, telephone etc.
- Ability to lift, carry and move up to 30 lbs.
- Ability to drive a vehicle on behalf of the company
Travel / Rotation Requirements (Brief description of any travel or rotation requirements)
- Travel to Sarasota upon notification
Additional Information
International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Compensation | Min: $X Max: $X
Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.
Benefits:
This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan and paid time off and annual bonus. International SOS complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.
International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.