About this position
EAMC MISSION
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At East Alabama Medical Center, our mission is high quality, compassionate health care, and that statement guides everything we do. We set high standards for customer service, quality, and keeping costs under control.
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This position is responsible for independently performing respiratory care procedures which requires the ability to interpret physician orders, assess patient needs, deliver prescribed therapy and evaluate patient response. This includes invasive procedures that may be performed with minimal supervision and minor assistance in patient care units and critical care areas. Therapists will serve in a consulting role by communicating suggestions to other members of the clinical team regarding the respiratory care delivered to patients in all areas of the hospital. The position requires the ability to respond promptly to changes in workload and adjustment in assignments as needed to achieve optimal productivity, efficacy and quality patient care.
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Minimum Education
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Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy or Grandfathered in by NBRC
Minimum Experience
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Less than one year accepted
Required Registration/License/Certification
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ACLS must be obtained within 12 months of DOH/Transfer
Active Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy License
BLS obtained within 90 days of hire or transfer
PALS must be obtained within 12 months of DOH/Transfer.
RRT
Preferred Education
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Associate degree or higher in Respiratory Therapy from a CoArc accredited program
Preferred Experience
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1 year Respiratory Care experience preferred
Preferred Registration/License/Certification
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RRT
RPFT
ACCS
NPS
BLS
ACLS
PALS
NRP
Other Requirements
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N/A