Provides treatment, management, diagnostic testing, control and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system in accordance with the prescription, under the direction of licensed staff and a qualified medical director.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
Samaritan Health Services Respiratory Therapy team delivers treatment and diagnostic patient care services to critical and non-critical patients. We serve all age groups and patient populations using evidence-based techniques related to the cardiopulmonary system.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
Current enrollment in second year of AMA approved Respiratory Care program required. Maintenance of passing grades in all respiratory courses is required.
Healthcare Provider BLS required.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Patient Care - Possess the skills and knowledge needed to assist and care for others. Ability to recognize symptoms, drug properties and interactions, treatments, and preventive health-care measures within scope of practice.
Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
Conflict resolution - Ability to proactively resolve conflicts in a positive and constructive manner. Possess the knowledge and skills to handle complaints, settle disputes, and negotiate with others to reach mutually beneficial decisions.
Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
Medical Terminology - Knowledge of medical records, procedures and terminology. Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Rarely (1 - 10% of the time)
Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time)
Frequently (34 - 66% of the time)
Continually (67 - 100% of the time)
CLIMB - LADDER
CLIMB - SCAFFOLDING
SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)
SQUAT Repetitive
KNEEL (on knees)
CRAWL (hands & knees)
ENTER & EXIT VEHICLE/MACHINERY
PINCH Fingers
CLIMB - STAIRS
SIT
WALK - INCLINE
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40-60 Lbs
LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs
LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54")20 - 40Lbs
LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
ROTATE TRUNK Standing
PULL (60 or more pounds force)
WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20-40 Lbs
LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
REACH - Upward
MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
FINGER DEXTERITY
STAND
BEND FORWARD at waist
REACH - Forward
GRASP Hand/Fist
PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
PUSH (20-40 pounds force)
PUSH (40-60 pounds force)
PUSH (60 or more pounds force)
Numbers & Facts
Location
CORVALLIS, OR
Skills
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Conflict Resolutionunmatched
Critical Careunmatched
Drug Interactionsunmatched
Establish Prioritiesunmatched
Geriatricsunmatched
Healthcareunmatched
Healthcare Providersunmatched
Medical Diagnosisunmatched
Medical Recordsunmatched
Medical Terminologyunmatched
Medical Treatmentunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Negotiation Skillsunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Pediatricsunmatched
Physical Demandsunmatched
Prescription Drugsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Preventive Medicineunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Resolve Customer Issuesunmatched
Respiratory Therapyunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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