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USAJOBS · 2 months ago

Registered Respiratory Therapist - PAP Clinic

Iowa City, Iowa, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$40K/yr - $100K/yr

USAJOBS is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for the Veterans Health Administration. The role involves providing respiratory care services in collaboration with healthcare providers, managing patient airway and ventilation, and overseeing CPAP/BiPAP equipment for patients with sleep disorders.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Use data and patient assessment to establish appropriate plan of care and determine if outcomes are being met

Consult with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality of patient care within are of specialty

Manage and maintain the airway and ventilation of the patient using appropriate mechanical means

Determine and implement complex respiratory care such as protocols, respiratory modalities, bronchoscopy, medications or supplemental oxygen and intubation

Monitor critical systems

Use advance modes of ventilation and outpatient services such as home ventilators and COPD case management

Suggest alternate modes of treatment where indicated based on assessment and analysis of patient response to treatment

May perform invasive procedures such as arterial line placement

Serve as a preceptor to lower graded staff

May lead projects developing new policies, procedures, or protocols

Manages CPAP/BIPAP consults for initial set-up of CPAP or BiPAP equipment

Set-up CPAP/BiPAP equipment per provider's orders, verifying the type of equipment, pressure settings, comfort levels, mask size and type (nasal, full face, nasal pillows, etc.)

Ensures patient understands function, maintenance, and cleaning of the equipment issued

Completes initial and follow-up patient appointments for evaluation, issuing of equipment, training, compliance, equipment adjustments, troubleshooting, and patient related issues

Complete and verify documentation of set-up and training utilizing the electronic health record (EHR)

Provides and documents patient instruction and education in the EHR

Utilize the EHR to view and retrieve information on patients using the consult system. Utilize sensitivity protocol, including the Privacy Act, when using this system

Utilize CPRS specifically for tracking consults, clinic review, and to view scheduling

Understands oximeter readings for the purpose of reporting physiological findings as related to sleep disorders and ensures the interface of CPAP/BiPAP with oxygen. Assists patient with integrating supplemental oxygen with CPAP/BiPAP equipment

Coordinate oxygen requirements with home oxygen program analysts

Incumbent has knowledge of connections for supplemental oxygen with CPAP or BiPAP equipment and knowledge of humidification necessary for patient comfort

Perform positive airway pressure (PAP) mask fitting to include adjusting and evaluation of patient for equipment usage and function

Ensures on initial set-up and instruction the patient is enrolled in the respiratory CPAP/BiPAP clinic for future re-evaluation and follow-up

Communicates with patients via telephone and assists in trouble shooting equipment problems

Develops and executes policies/protocols/processes and plans to streamline procedures in support of the CPAP/BiPAP program and clinic

The incumbent is responsible in assisting their supervisor in updating manuals, procedures and recommending policies

Ensures smooth and efficient operation of the CPAP/BiPAP clinic and that appointment times meet current VA standards. Participates and monitors performance improvement for PAP therapy and as assigned by supervisor

Maintains database necessary for following compliance with CPAP/BIPAP therapy. Updates database as patients are seen in CPAP/BIPAP Clinic

Delivery of consistent high-quality respiratory care and diagnostic services to patient care population

Qualification

RRT credentialState licensureRespiratory care programTherapeutic modalitiesAirway managementPatient assessmentEnglish proficiencyCollaboration skillsCommunication skillsDocumentation skillsProblem-solving skillsTeamwork

Required

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job

All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA

Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

Must be proficient in written and spoken English

Subject to background/security investigation

Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements

Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)

Complete all application requirements detailed in the 'Required Documents' section of this announcement

United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy

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)

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

Basic Requirements: Experience: None beyond the basic requirements

Education and Licensure: This level assignment is designated as temporary under paragraph 4d(1) above for individuals who have successfully completed a respiratory care program accredited by the CoARC or its successor, acquired the CRT credential, licensed by their state and are working towards obtaining RRT credential

Registered Respiratory Therapist, GS-07: Experience, Education, Licensure and Registration: In addition to the basic requirements, candidates must possess their RRT credential

Registered Respiratory Therapist, GS-09: Experience or Education, Licensure and Credential: Candidates must have: One year of creditable experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level demonstrating the clinical competencies described at that level; OR A Master of Science degree in respiratory care AND a license AND an RRT credential

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