Respiratory Technician
Company: Wellforce
Location: Lowell
Posted on: May 12, 2022
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Job Description:
Looking to gain more experience within Respiratory Therapy?
Lowell General Hospital is looking for a Respiratory Technician to
join their incredible team! This is a fantastic opportunity to work
and learn alongside our experience Respiratory Therapist and
management. Duties and Responsibilities: + Maintain current
knowledge in areas of respiratory therapy treatment modalities,
oxygen delivery, mechanical ventilator management, diagnostic
procedures (e.g., blood gas sampling and analysis, bedside
pulmonary function testing, pulse oximetry, EKG's), BCLS, function
and troubleshooting of respiratory therapy equipment, computer
entry, organizational and verbal skill to produce complete and
appropriate documentation, ability to communicate effectively and
cooperatively with patients, family members, and hospital
personnel. + Duties are limited to areas covered by Massachusetts
RC limited permit. + Effectively administers respiratory therapy
treatment modalities, oxygen therapy, bedside pulmonary function
testing, and pulse oximetry with exercise, EKG's, and other
prescribed services + Ability to effectively apply the department's
respiratory care protocols and to produce accurate documentation
associated with these protocols. + Demonstrates ability to
effectively operate mechanical ventilators, respond to codes and
traumas, and carry out other critical care duties specified by
department policy and allowed under limited permit. + Showcase
ability to effectively draw and analyze blood gases, run quality
controls and co-oximetry, perform computer entry, and perform other
duties within the scope of the department's blood gas services. +
Produces thorough and accurate documentation in department
treatment cards, and Electronic medical records. This includes the
Medication Administration record, Progress notes, powerforms and
ventilator monitoring, non-invasive ventilation, HHN/MDI treatment
and oxygen therapy interventions + Demonstrates diligence and
accuracy in computer charging and crediting Qualifications: +
Massachusetts RT Limited permit, required + BLS, Required What We
Offer: + Competitive salaries & benefits from day one of employment
+ 403(b) retirement plan with company match + Tuition reimbursement
+ Free on-campus parking About Lowell General Hospital: Lowell
General Hospital is an independent, not-for-profit community
hospital serving the Greater Lowell area and surrounding
communities. With two primary campuses located in Lowell,
Massachusetts, we are the second largest community hospital in
Massachusetts. We have the latest state-of-the-art technology and a
full range of medical and surgical services for patients, from
newborns to seniors. Tufts Medicine Lowell General Hospital is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.
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