Respiratory Therapist / SEIU - E - Full Time, AGH, Sign on Bonus Eligible

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Company: Allegheny Health Network Job Description: GENERAL OVERVIEW Provides assessment, treatment, care and evaluation for patients with respiratory disorders under licensed medical direction. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Administers therapeutic respiratory care procedures according to hospital and department policies. (55%) Completes documentation that is required to measure, monitor, and ensure department effectiveness e.g., charting, billing, IPOC, patient/family education. (20%) Performs diagnostic respiratory procedures according to hospital and department policies. (20%) Provides instruction to patients and other members of the healthcare team as needed. (5%) Performs other duties as assigned or required. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum: Graduate of an approved respiratory therapy program Pennsylvania licensure as a Respiratory Therapist or Temporary Practice Permit (TPP) Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) National Board of Respiratory Care required prior to the expiration of the Temporary Practice Permit (TPP) CPR – American Heart Association: Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Cl...