Pulmonary Diagnostics- Respiratory Therapist, perdiem

Company: St. Luke's University Health Network
Location: Stroudsburg
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Job Description:

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. The Pulmonary Diagnostic Respiratory Therapist will perform all inpatient and outpatientpulmonary diagnostic testing.The intent of this job description is to provide a summary of the major duties andresponsibilities of this position and shall not be considered as a detailed description of allthe work requirements that may be inherent in the position.Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) on inpatients and outpatients.2. Processing, distributing, and completing all PFT results.3. Scheduling tests as needed.4. Performs six minute walks and reports results.5. Performs pulmonary stress tests and reports results.6. Performs any other outpatient tests and reports results.7. Performs arterial punctures.8. Makes budget recommendations regarding expenditure of funds to meet departmentobjectives and to maintain or reduce costs within budgeted amounts.9. Maintains a high level of knowledge related to the department and seeks opportunities toenhance professional growth.10. Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledgeof growth, development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated.11. Demonstrates/models the Hospital's core values and customer service behaviors ininteraction with all customers (internal and external).12. Complies with all departmental and hospital policies regarding dress code, safety, andattendance and confidentiality.13. Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/ Entity as well as theproper release of information.14. Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements.15. Demonstrates/models the Network's Service Excellence Standards of Performance ininteractions with all customers (internal and external).16. Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: ClinicalCare/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety.17. Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices.18. Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code.OTHER FUNCTIONS:1. Any other functions as designated by Respiratory Care Manger.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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