Location: Hollywood, Florida Patients depend on our team for the best in evidence-based care and innovative therapies, such as inhaled nitric oxide, high-frequency oscillation, and invasive and non-invasive ventilator support modalities. Opportunities exist for motivated Registered Respiratory Therapists (and Certified Respiratory Therapy Technicians) with the skills to provide a high level of quality service in a variety of settings including the ED, Trauma and Critical Care. Summary: The Respiratory Therapist Extern works under the direction of Respiratory Therapists (RT). The extern is responsible for maintaining an appropriate level of equipment and supplies in the various work areas and assisting Respiratory Therapists with various procedures and tasks. Responsibilities: Assists with transporting patients.Assists with patient education related to COPD, Asthma, Bronchiolitis, Smoking cessation education (under the supervision of an RT).Assists with keeping patient rooms and areas stocked, clean, and orderly.Cleans and disinfects respiratory equipment, Bi-paps, Vents, High flows, after patient use.Checks difficult to intubate and emergency carts for scope expiration dates, etc., and maintains and ensures logs are up-to-date.Delivers equipment and assists RTs in assigned areas.Performs EKG testing as delegated.Keeps respiratory inventory supplies up to par in all designated supply areas.Exchanges medical gas tanks from empty to full in storage areas throughout the hospital. Competencies: ACCOUNTABILITY, ARTERIAL BLOOD GAS SAMPLING - ARTERIAL PUNCTURE, ARTIFICIAL AIRWAY CARE/MAINTENANCE, CUSTOMER SERVICE, HFNC/VAPOTHERM, INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL, MECHANICAL VENTILATION WEANING/PULMONARY MECHANICS, MEDICAL GAS NEEDS, NON-INVASIVE POSITIVE PRESSURE VENTILATION (NIPPV), PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, REPROCESSING EQUIPMENT, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR Education and Certification Requirements: High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE), BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS), PALS American Academy of Pediatrics (PALS AAP) - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), PALS American Heart_non ecard (PALS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), PALS American Heart E-Card (PALS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), PALS Certification Grace (PALS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE), PALS Red Cross (PALS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS) Additional Job Information: Complexity of Work: This role requires critical thinking skills, effective communication, decisive judgment, and the ability to build and foster positive relationships. Required Work Experience: Enrollment in a Associate of Science in Respiratory program and completion of, at least, the first year of the program. No experience required. Other Information: Must be actively enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program and must have completed, at least, one (1) year of the program. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: Asbestos = 0% Audible Speech = 80% Bending and Stooping = 80% Bio hazardous Waste = 80% Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 80% Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 80% Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 80% Climbing = 0% Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 80% Computer Monitor = 80% Cytotoxic Chemicals = 60% Depth Perception = 80% Distinguish Color = 80% Domestic Animals = 60% Dust = 60% Extreme Heat/Cold = 0% Fire Risk = 40% Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 80% Hazardous Chemicals = 0% Hazardous Medication = 60% Hazardous Noise = 40% Hearing Acuity = 80% Heating Devices = 60% Hypoxia = 0% Keyboard Entry = 80% Kneeling = 80% Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0% Latex = 60% Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0% Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80% Lifting or Carrying 25.01 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80% Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 80% Magnetic Fields = 80% Moving Mechanical Parts = 80% Needles/Sharp Objects = 80% Potential Electric Shock = 40% Potential for Physical Assault = 60% Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80% Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80% Radiation = 60% Reaching = 80% Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0% Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80% Running = 60% Seeing - Far = 80% Seeing - Near = 80% Sitting = 60% Smelling Acuity = 60% Squatting = 80% Standing = 80% Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0% Taste Discrimination = 0% Unprotected Heights = 0% Walking = 80% Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 80% Shift: Days Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer. We encourage candidates to talk to their Memorial Healthcare System recruiter to discuss actual pay rates, during the hiring process. Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law. We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program. Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing. If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net Be where care matters. At Memorial Healthcare System, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being, and quality of life of the people entrusted to our care. This unwavering commitment to our service vision makes the difference and is the foundation of The Memorial Experience. Deeper Caring. Smarter Healthcare. Talk to our patients and their families about “Deeper Caring,” and they'll tell you stories about miracle babies, lives saved through sheer determination, and the comforting kindness of others. About people who advocated for the family’s best interests and cared for them in body, mind, and spirit. For our employees, “Smarter Healthcare” means constantly improving how we deliver care. It could be a new technology, a streamlined process, or a cutting-edge program leveraging our system strengths. But, no matter how you look at it, our service vision is integral to our culture today and what we strive to be tomorrow. We invite you to share in the Memorial Experience – where touching lives, lifting spirits, and healing the human body is our profession’s greatest privilege and reward. Be where you are valued. Memorial Healthcare System provides preference as part of our commitment to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans in alignment with state regulations. Veteran’s Preference allows for the first choice in interviewing, hiring, retention, and promotion after deployment when all other applicant qualifications are equal. However, Veteran's Preference does not guarantee a job. Who is eligible for Veteran’s Preference? We are proud to offer preference to internal and external applicants who identify within these categories: veterans, disabled veterans, spouse of a disabled veteran, unremarried veteran widow/widower, certain family members, active reservists and members of the National Guard. What should I do if I am eligible for Veteran’s Preference? You must claim your Veteran’s Preference status on your application. If selected for a job, you must provide documentation regarding your status. How does Memorial verify that someone is eligible for Veteran’s Preference? We require specific documentation as determined by the basis for which someone claims preference. For example, the documentation for a disabled veteran is different from the documentation required for the spouse of a veteran killed in the line of duty. How often can an eligible person claim Veteran's Preference at Memorial? There is no limit to how often internal or external applicants can use preference when a job is posted externally on our career website or elsewhere. What if there are two equally qualified, preference-eligible job applicants? In this case, the selection is based on the eligibility category in accordance with Florida law. First preference is given to: An honorably discharged veteran who has served on active duty and has a service-connected, compensable disability. A spouse of a person who has a total, permanent, service-connected disability and cannot qualify for employment. A spouse of a person missing in action, captured or forcibly detained or interned by a foreign government or power. What do I do if I am denied Veteran's Preference? If you feel you have been unfairly denied Veteran’s Preference by Memorial Healthcare System, please contact EmployeeRelations@mhs.net. You may also file a complaint with the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs (FDVA). 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