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Job ID: 77311
Facility: Catholic Health System
Department: Respiratory Therapy
Position Type: Part-time
Location of Facility: Buffalo, NY, United States



Position Title

Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Care Services (KMH)

Position Overview

Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Care Services (Kenmore Mercy Hospital): Performs prescribed procedures of respiratory care under the direction of a physician in accordance with established policies, practices and standards.

REPORTS TO:
Lead Respiratory Therapist

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None

SKILLS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS (MINIMUM):
EDUCATION:
- Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy preferred.
- Must possess valid New York State Respiratory Therapist license to practice Respiratory Therapy.
- Should possess Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
- May work with a limited Respiratory Therapist permit under the direct supervision of a supervising licensed physician or Respiratory Therapist, as outlined in Title VIII Education Law Article 164 section 8506.
- BLS/CPR certification required within three months of hire.

EXPERIENCE:
- Pre-Hire Experience: One (1) year of previous clinical experience preferred, however new graduates with a limited Respiratory Therapist permit will be considered.
- Post-Hire Experience: Orientation and training to the essential functions of the position is expected to be completed during the introduction period.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:
- Must possess good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Must possess the ability to assess/interpret patient data and draw appropriate conclusions.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Frequent exposure to infectious diseases/blood and body fluids.
- Works with a variety of medical gases.
- May require variable work schedules to maintain a 24/7 operation, including overnight shifts and weekend/holiday work time. Responsible to carry/respond to a pager when on duty.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:
ACTIVITY and STRENGTH: (LIGHT-MEDIUM)
Low Lift (floor to knuckle): Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (1-10 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (negligible)
Mid Lift (knuckle to shoulder): Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (1-10 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (negligible)
High Lift (shoulder and above): Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (1-10 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (negligible)
Full Lift (floor to shoulder): Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (1-10 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (negligible)
Carry: Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (1-10 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (negligible)
Push: Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (21-50 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (1- 10 lbs.)
Pull: Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (21-50 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (1- 10 lbs.)
Overall Strength Category: Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (1-10 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (negligible)

Dictionary Of Occupational Titles
Constant (C) 67-100% Workday
Frequent (F) 34-66% Workday
Occasional (O) 0-33% Workday
Not Present (N)


Activity - Job Demand (Medium)
Walk - Constant
Climb Stairs - Occasional
Stoop - Frequent
Kneel - Occasional
Crouch - Occasional
Reach (immediate) - Frequent
Reach (overhead) - Occasional
Handling - Frequent
Fingering - Frequent
Sitting - Occasional
Standing - Constant
Push Cart - Frequent
Pull Cart - Frequent

Additional Information

Nights/Days w/ weekends and Holiday rotation
Hours:6p-6a/6p-12mid with occ. day shifts
Job Grade:N16
Union Job:Yes




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