Pulmonary Rehab Specialist

Overview:

• Displays effective communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates effective problem-solving skills and has the ability to develop critical thinking skills.
• Possesses leadership, collaboration skills, as well as knowledge of Respiratory treatment trends for the population served.
• Maintains a commitment to customer satisfaction for all customers including patients, co-workers, physicians, the community, and others inside and outside the organization.
• Uses outpatient Pulmonary Rehabilitation individual treatment plans (ITP) in a problem-solving approach to formulate an appropriate plan of care.
• Provides services with consideration of the physical, psychosocial, cultural/ spiritual and age specific needs of those served within the healthcare system.
• Demonstrates appropriate use of equipment/supplies.
• Uses appropriate safety and infection control measures.
• Teaches/directs/advises/informs others in an appropriate manner.
• Reports/records information legibly and appropriately.
• Performs daily operational task as directed by Pulmonary Rehabilitation Coordinator with minimal supervision.
• Communicates changes to ITP and any concerns to Pulmonary Rehabilitation Coordinator as needed.
• Attends educational courses/seminars related to Pulmonary Rehabilitation to stay up to date on the latest practices.

Qualifications:

• Completion of accredited Respiratory Care Program required.
• Current NC Respiratory care Board licensure required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care, or completion within one year in position.
• ACLS certification required (or completion within one year in position.)
• Successful completion of hospital–wide, departmental specific orientation, and annual competencies.
• Previous Pulmonary Rehabilitation program experience preferred