Registered Respiratory Therapist
What you'd do
The Registered Respiratory Therapist will be aligned under Acute Care Service at the NAVAHCS, Prescott, AZ. RRT's duties include in- line suctioning, repositioning and securing Endo Tracheal tube, bag valve mask ventilation, assisting in patient transport and performing patient ventilator assessment. Further, provide outpatient services, such as positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy, oxygen therapy and COPD care and provides basic and acute respiratory care in all areas of the hospital.
Major duties
30 Day Hiring Model The Department of Veterans Affairs is implementing a streamlined 30-Day Hiring Model designed to accelerate hiring while maintaining the highest standards of merit-based selection. This improved process reduces traditional hiring timelines by integrating early coordination, faster assessments, and efficient pre-employment actions. Applicants can expect a more transparent, predictable, and efficient hiring journey from announcement to entry on duty. What Applicants Can Expect Expedited Candidate Review Once the announcement closes, Human Resources will quickly review applications, issue certificates of eligible candidates the day after the announcement closes and refer applicants for hiring manager consideration. Quick Interviews & References HR may arrange interviews and will request references within 3-5 days after being referred to the hiring manager. Streamlined Pre-Employment Requirements: Following a tentative offer, applicants should be prepared to complete required steps, such as fingerprinting and background check, credentialing, and medical examination within 3 days of the offer. Clear and Timely Communication: Applicants will receive clear communication at key milestones, including referral, tentative offer, and onboarding instructions. After meeting pre-employment requirements, candidates will receive a final job offer and start date. Onboarding tasks may continue after starting, with HR ensuring timely completion for a smooth transition into VA service. If selected, applicants should be prepared to come onboard within 30 days of the announcement closing. Therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with the use of medical oxygen gas, and administration of oxygen delivering devices, humidification and aerosol therapy. Duties may include, but are not limited to: Administration of medication(s) to the pulmonary system and document each procedure electronically. Chest Physiotherapy (CPT) and bronchopulmonary drainage, cough and breathing exercises. CPAP/BiPAP Therapy and document in Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS). Spirometry and documents in CPRS. Arterial puncture and blood gas (ABG) analysis, interpretation, and recommendation of therapy. Participate in maintaining and quality controls of ABG machines in accordance with CAP. Intubation of airway, using critical thinking skills, and recognizes changes in patients' condition & responds appropriately (Outof-Operating Room Airway Management - OOORAM Compliant). Recognize need for medical intervention if patient safety is at risk. 24-hour Emergency Department coverage, attends all rapid response and code arrests. Ventilator set-up and management until transport team arrives. Familiarize self, provides care according to established policies, procedures and protocols. Initiates new therapy efficiently and accordance with policy. Reports problems following the departmental chain of command. Participates in orientation and training of new employees, students and other members of the healthcare team. Documents all medications administered and procedures performed in Bar Code Medication Administration (BCMA), CPRS and Event Capture. Patient/family education regarding testing or therapy. Follow HIPPA Guidelines regarding patient privacy and patient safety guidelines. Additional duties as needed, and as assigned by the Chief of Respiratory Care Services. Work Schedule: 6:00pm - 6:30 am (night shift - weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts.) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 00000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
What you need to qualify
Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Education. Individuals must have successfully completed a respiratory care program accredited by the CoARC or its successor. Licensure. Persons appointed or reassigned to RRT positions in the GS-0601 series must possess and maintain for the duration of employment a full, current and unrestricted license from a state to practice as an RRT. Credential. Persons appointed or reassigned to RRT positions in the GS-0601 series must possess and maintain for the duration of employment a valid, current, unrestricted credential of RRT. English Language Proficiency. RTs/RRTs appointed to direct patient-care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f). Grade Determinations: Registered Respiratory Therapist, GS-11 Experience, Licensure and Credential. Candidates must have: One year of creditable experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level demonstrating the clinical competencies described at that level. Hold an active license and RRT credential. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. In addition to the requirements above, candidates must demonstrate all the following KSAs: Ability to collaboratively consult with physicians and other healthcare professionals for complex respiratory care to develop care plans to provide favorable patient outcomes. Skill in evaluating the efficacies of therapeutic modalities. Skill in performing advanced airway and ventilation management. References: VA Handbook 5005/141, Part II, Appendix G11, Registered Respiratory Therapist Qualification Standards. May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11. Physical Requirements: Moderate physical effort (lift/carry up to 50-100 lbs.). Prolonged extensive, or considerable standing/walking. Lifts, positions, pushes, and/or transfers patients. Assists with lifting and moving patients. Lifts supplies/equipment. Pushes/pulls or moves/lifts heavy equipment/supplies. Manual dexterity and mobility. Intermittent exertion when performing treatments. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
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