SSM Health
Hazelwood, Missouri
It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: Sign On Bonus: Up to $20,000 For eligible external candidates Relocation assistance maybe available for those outside of metro St. Louis Schedule: Rotating nights Shift Differentials: Available for night, weekend, and additional shifts RRT certification required before start date. At St. Louis University Hospital, our academic setting allows for multiple cutting-edge research studies. Our supportive leadership fosters a team mentality and a close direct working relationship with our physicians. The Respiratory Therapy Department at St. Louis University Hospital takes pride in the excellent team we have and the care we provide. SLU Hospital is an academic institute as well as a Level 1 Trauma facility that offers exceptional pay, benefits, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, matching retirement funds, and more! If you would like to be a part of this team, please submit your application today! Job Summary: The respiratory therapist is a healthcare professional employed to perform all respiratory care diagnostic and therapeutic procedures provided by the Department of Respiratory Care. They should be energetic and motivated to support the success of a growing service. The respiratory therapist should refer to supervisory personnel in any doubtful situation. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: Job Description POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA (% of time) The following are essential job accountabilities: 1. Demonstrate ability to relate to coworkers in a professional and respectful manner, in order to assure and promote a culture of safety. 2. Performs all respiratory related therapeutic and diagnostic maneuvers are carried out in accordance with established policies and procedures of the department. This shall include: (50%) Criteria: A. Implements and assess the function of oxygen and therapeutic gas. B. Ensure proper set-up and implementation of therapeutic and diagnostic procedure. C. Provide aerosolized medication. D. Provide CPT and IPV. E. Setup and monitor ventilators in accordance with the department and hospital policies. F. Communicates with peers and staff to develop and improve inter- and intradepartmental services. Meet with appropriate personnel to address and resolve problem issues. G. Performs CPR H. Perform diagnostic procedures including but not limited to: 1. ABG analysis 2. Pulse Oximetry 3. Nitric Oxide pulmonary hypertension studies 3. The licensed respiratory therapist will ensure that each patient's status is assessed to determine the patient's care needs and to ensure patient's needs are reassessed in response to treatment and care provided. Criteria: Assess and reassess patients for therapy which includes but is not limited to: A. Vital signs before and after therapy. B. Breath sounds before and after therapy. C. Checking for physician orders for therapy. D. Pre and post assessment for therapy tolerance and response. E. Oxygen requirements. F. Sputum color, viscosity and quantity. G. Other patient specific observations as needed. 4. Special duties: Ability to interact with physicians and nurses. May work in an intensive care unit area. This may include: (25%) Criteria: A. Responsible to respond to critical areas (e.g. ER, OR, Code). B. Perform routine checks on Life Support Unit. C. Assist with bronchoscopy procedure. D. Assist with minor cardiopulmonary invasive or surgical procedures. E. Perform tracheotomy care. F. Perform bedside studies including: f/vt, shunt studies, ventilator mechanics dead space, compliance, O2 content, and metabolic cart studies. G. Perform bedside pulmonary function procedures. H. Interpretation of complex lab data. I. Provide input in decisions involving patient care on and off life support systems. J. Provide input on patient care via physician consultations. K. Display qualities of an independent thinker through the performance of everyday job duties. L. Assist with the prevention of ventilator associated pneumonia as indicated by the latest evidence based literature. 5. Perform all other aspects of Respiratory Care in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. (5%) Criteria: A. Attends monthly department meetings, specialty meetings, in-services, and any other meetings as required. B. Assure all time and attendance exceptions are properly recorded in the exceptions book. C. Communicates with physicians in regard to therapies ordered and therapeutic goals. The following job accountabilities may be reassigned: 6. Performs other duties as required. (5%) Criteria: A. Cleaning, disinfecting and/or sterilization of all reusable of respiratory and bronchoscopy equipment. B. Routine mechanical maintenance of respiratory equipment. C. Maintain neat and clean work and storage areas. D. Maintain neat and accurate records. E. Answer phone in a professional and timely manner. 7. Safety/Infection Control: Practices according to safety and infection control policies. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) 5% Criteria A. Practices universal precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines. B. Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital standards. 1. Maintains clutter free environment. 2. Keeps conversations and background noise to a minimum. 3. Adheres to dress code. C. Reports risk management concerns. D. Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory requirements: 1. Safety/Fire 2. Blood Borne Pathogen 3. Hazardous Communication 4. TB 5. Department Specific 6. Age Appropriate Care (for clinical staff only) 7. BLS/ALS per recertification guidelines of AHA E. Work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. 8. Service: Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous, and respectful manner. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) 10% Criteria: A. Explain therapy to the patient prior to initiation. B. Being courteous to the patient, their family, visitors and co-workers. C. Respects patients' rights. D. Practice commitment of patient confidentiality. 8. Quality Improvement (QI): Incorporates Quality Assessment into one's daily work. 5% Criteria: A. Assisting with collection of data for reporting. B. Completes paperwork in a timely fashion. 1. Complete charting/charging by the end of the assigned shift. 2. Review charting for errors before electronically signing. 3. Report any unresolved charting/charging discrepancies to the immediate supervisor for resolution. C. Follow policies and procedures when administering care. D. Report quality issues to management for review. 9. Age Appropriate Care: Provides age-appropriate care to: Infant Child X Adolescent X Adult X Geriatric Criteria: A. Demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth & development necessary to provide services to the age of the patient served by the department. B. Demonstrates ability to assess and interpret age specific data to identify patient needs. C. Utilizes communication skills necessary to interpret age specific responses to service and interaction. D. Involves family or significant other in decision making related to services provided. E. Demonstrates ability to provide service needed for the age groups routinely served by the department assigned. F. Position specific: Able to titrate dosages and applications to fit the needs of the various growth and development stages. Recognizing that each stage requires different considerations and methods. 10. Specialized Care: Provides specialized care to patients at high risk for injury. (1, 2, 4, 5, 8) (include if appropriate) Criteria A. Restraint Care 1. Initiates/evaluates alternatives to restraint prior to application. 2. Applies restraints consistent with the approved procedure. 3. Monitors and assesses patient's response throughout the restraint period at the appropriate intervals. B. Pain Management (licensed personnel) 1. Assess patient for presence of pain on admission and during assessments/reassessments. 2. Incorporates patient's cultural/spiritual beliefs regarding pain into pain management plan. 3.Implement pain management techniques. Focus on prevention rather than treatment. 4. Include patient and/or family members in developing a pain management plans. 5. Consider other methods of pain control when developing plan of care: massage, repositioning, immobilization, and music therapy. C. Abuse Assessment 1. Is aware of abuse recognition criteria and incorporates it into assessments. 2. Reports signs of possible abuse/neglect to the physician & Risk Management, and recommends appropriate consultations (psychiatric, Social Work) for evaluation. . click apply for full job details
It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: Sign On Bonus: Up to $20,000 For eligible external candidates Relocation assistance maybe available for those outside of metro St. Louis Schedule: Rotating nights Shift Differentials: Available for night, weekend, and additional shifts RRT certification required before start date. At St. Louis University Hospital, our academic setting allows for multiple cutting-edge research studies. Our supportive leadership fosters a team mentality and a close direct working relationship with our physicians. The Respiratory Therapy Department at St. Louis University Hospital takes pride in the excellent team we have and the care we provide. SLU Hospital is an academic institute as well as a Level 1 Trauma facility that offers exceptional pay, benefits, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, matching retirement funds, and more! If you would like to be a part of this team, please submit your application today! Job Summary: The respiratory therapist is a healthcare professional employed to perform all respiratory care diagnostic and therapeutic procedures provided by the Department of Respiratory Care. They should be energetic and motivated to support the success of a growing service. The respiratory therapist should refer to supervisory personnel in any doubtful situation. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: Job Description POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA (% of time) The following are essential job accountabilities: 1. Demonstrate ability to relate to coworkers in a professional and respectful manner, in order to assure and promote a culture of safety. 2. Performs all respiratory related therapeutic and diagnostic maneuvers are carried out in accordance with established policies and procedures of the department. This shall include: (50%) Criteria: A. Implements and assess the function of oxygen and therapeutic gas. B. Ensure proper set-up and implementation of therapeutic and diagnostic procedure. C. Provide aerosolized medication. D. Provide CPT and IPV. E. Setup and monitor ventilators in accordance with the department and hospital policies. F. Communicates with peers and staff to develop and improve inter- and intradepartmental services. Meet with appropriate personnel to address and resolve problem issues. G. Performs CPR H. Perform diagnostic procedures including but not limited to: 1. ABG analysis 2. Pulse Oximetry 3. Nitric Oxide pulmonary hypertension studies 3. The licensed respiratory therapist will ensure that each patient's status is assessed to determine the patient's care needs and to ensure patient's needs are reassessed in response to treatment and care provided. Criteria: Assess and reassess patients for therapy which includes but is not limited to: A. Vital signs before and after therapy. B. Breath sounds before and after therapy. C. Checking for physician orders for therapy. D. Pre and post assessment for therapy tolerance and response. E. Oxygen requirements. F. Sputum color, viscosity and quantity. G. Other patient specific observations as needed. 4. Special duties: Ability to interact with physicians and nurses. May work in an intensive care unit area. This may include: (25%) Criteria: A. Responsible to respond to critical areas (e.g. ER, OR, Code). B. Perform routine checks on Life Support Unit. C. Assist with bronchoscopy procedure. D. Assist with minor cardiopulmonary invasive or surgical procedures. E. Perform tracheotomy care. F. Perform bedside studies including: f/vt, shunt studies, ventilator mechanics dead space, compliance, O2 content, and metabolic cart studies. G. Perform bedside pulmonary function procedures. H. Interpretation of complex lab data. I. Provide input in decisions involving patient care on and off life support systems. J. Provide input on patient care via physician consultations. K. Display qualities of an independent thinker through the performance of everyday job duties. L. Assist with the prevention of ventilator associated pneumonia as indicated by the latest evidence based literature. 5. Perform all other aspects of Respiratory Care in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. (5%) Criteria: A. Attends monthly department meetings, specialty meetings, in-services, and any other meetings as required. B. Assure all time and attendance exceptions are properly recorded in the exceptions book. C. Communicates with physicians in regard to therapies ordered and therapeutic goals. The following job accountabilities may be reassigned: 6. Performs other duties as required. (5%) Criteria: A. Cleaning, disinfecting and/or sterilization of all reusable of respiratory and bronchoscopy equipment. B. Routine mechanical maintenance of respiratory equipment. C. Maintain neat and clean work and storage areas. D. Maintain neat and accurate records. E. Answer phone in a professional and timely manner. 7. Safety/Infection Control: Practices according to safety and infection control policies. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) 5% Criteria A. Practices universal precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines. B. Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital standards. 1. Maintains clutter free environment. 2. Keeps conversations and background noise to a minimum. 3. Adheres to dress code. C. Reports risk management concerns. D. Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory requirements: 1. Safety/Fire 2. Blood Borne Pathogen 3. Hazardous Communication 4. TB 5. Department Specific 6. Age Appropriate Care (for clinical staff only) 7. BLS/ALS per recertification guidelines of AHA E. Work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. 8. Service: Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous, and respectful manner. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) 10% Criteria: A. Explain therapy to the patient prior to initiation. B. Being courteous to the patient, their family, visitors and co-workers. C. Respects patients' rights. D. Practice commitment of patient confidentiality. 8. Quality Improvement (QI): Incorporates Quality Assessment into one's daily work. 5% Criteria: A. Assisting with collection of data for reporting. B. Completes paperwork in a timely fashion. 1. Complete charting/charging by the end of the assigned shift. 2. Review charting for errors before electronically signing. 3. Report any unresolved charting/charging discrepancies to the immediate supervisor for resolution. C. Follow policies and procedures when administering care. D. Report quality issues to management for review. 9. Age Appropriate Care: Provides age-appropriate care to: Infant Child X Adolescent X Adult X Geriatric Criteria: A. Demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth & development necessary to provide services to the age of the patient served by the department. B. Demonstrates ability to assess and interpret age specific data to identify patient needs. C. Utilizes communication skills necessary to interpret age specific responses to service and interaction. D. Involves family or significant other in decision making related to services provided. E. Demonstrates ability to provide service needed for the age groups routinely served by the department assigned. F. Position specific: Able to titrate dosages and applications to fit the needs of the various growth and development stages. Recognizing that each stage requires different considerations and methods. 10. Specialized Care: Provides specialized care to patients at high risk for injury. (1, 2, 4, 5, 8) (include if appropriate) Criteria A. Restraint Care 1. Initiates/evaluates alternatives to restraint prior to application. 2. Applies restraints consistent with the approved procedure. 3. Monitors and assesses patient's response throughout the restraint period at the appropriate intervals. B. Pain Management (licensed personnel) 1. Assess patient for presence of pain on admission and during assessments/reassessments. 2. Incorporates patient's cultural/spiritual beliefs regarding pain into pain management plan. 3.Implement pain management techniques. Focus on prevention rather than treatment. 4. Include patient and/or family members in developing a pain management plans. 5. Consider other methods of pain control when developing plan of care: massage, repositioning, immobilization, and music therapy. C. Abuse Assessment 1. Is aware of abuse recognition criteria and incorporates it into assessments. 2. Reports signs of possible abuse/neglect to the physician & Risk Management, and recommends appropriate consultations (psychiatric, Social Work) for evaluation. . click apply for full job details
Intermountain Health
Billings, Montana
Job Description: When you join us, you'll become a part of a nationally recognized health system dedicated to our mission of "helping people live the healthiest lives possible." About this role: As a Neonatologist with Intermountain Health St Vincent Regional Hospital, you will join a team of healthcare professionals committed to providing quality care and excellent patient experience. Our team includes 4 Neonatologists, 5 Neonatal Nurse Practitioners, with established staff & allied health caregivers including RNs, Respiratory Therapists, PT/OT/Speech Therapists, Social Workers and more. You will practice at St. Vincent Regional Hospital in Billings, Montana. St Vincent is home to a 22 bed Level III NICU (with ability to flex up to 26). Pediatric Specialties, Maternal Fetal Medicine, OBGYN, and PICU also available onsite We partner with Primary Children's Specialists for Neuro-NICU & cardiac surgical needs. When on shift, you'll typically be in house 8am-6pm, with low-utilization unrestricted call after hours. Neonatal Nurse Practitioners are on site 24/7. How we'll support you: You'll be paid an annual salary of $367,500.00, based on the expectation of working 125 shifts per year. Signing bonus of $25,000.00, relocation assistance up to $20,000.00. Eligible for up to $100,000.00 in student loan assistance. We care about your well-being, which is why we provide our caregivers with a generous benefits package. In addition, we offer paid time off, license reimbursement, malpractice insurance coverage, and an annual CME allowance to support your continuous growth and development. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here. What you'll bring: MD or DO degree from a fully accredited medical or osteopathic school of medicine Board certified or boards eligible Neonatologist Active, unobstructed Montana medical license, or the ability to obtain one U.S. ACGME Residency Fellowship training in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Ability to successfully complete Intermountain Health's credentialing process Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Certification Life in Billings Billings is the largest city in Montana. With roughly over 120,000 residents, Billings provides an environment where you can practice "big city" medicine while having a "small town" feel. When people come to Montana they fall in love with the beauty and are surprised by all that Montana has to offer. With 300 plus days of sunshine and 12 different ski hills, it's a wonderful place to be. Billings is in a centralized location with easy access to anything from fabulous restaurants to quintessential mountain hiking. We have a variety of school options including a school founded on the classical education model, Montessori schools, parochial schools, and a praiseworthy public school system. If you're looking for an area that is great for families, you've found it! If you're looking for an area that has great access to various outdoor amenities, you've found it! Billings has something for everyone, every lifestyle, every family size big or small! In addition, we're proud to boast a traveler-friendly international airport in a safe city with very little traffic. Live, work, play in Billings! About Us Intermountain Health is a model health system by providing extraordinary care and superior service at an affordable cost. We are an integrated not-for-profit system of 33 hospitals, 400 clinics, and a medical group with more than 5,000 employed physicians and advanced practice providers across six states in the mountain west. Our value statements are core to our culture. They reflect the behavior and attitudes that are important to us, are an agreement for how we treat each other, help us make decisions on how to act, and are a promise of what people can expect from us. Learn more about our Mission, Vision, and Values at: About Intermountain . Intermountain Health was recently recognized by the American Medical Association's Joy in Medicine award for our commitment to physician wellbeing. We also received the Lorna Breen Wellbeing First Champion award. What does it mean to be a part of Intermountain Health? It means joining the Power of We, building an environment where providers and caregivers can deliver the best in healthcare. Realizing each caregiver, learner, and volunteer is vital to providing care to our patients, because WE can only achieve the extraordinary together. Committed to the best in medical education, research and most advanced technology, the results are better clinical patient outcomes. Location: Intermountain Health St Vincent Regional Hospital Work City: Billings Work State: Montana Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $7.25 - $999.99 We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here . Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process. All positions subject to close without notice.
Job Description: When you join us, you'll become a part of a nationally recognized health system dedicated to our mission of "helping people live the healthiest lives possible." About this role: As a Neonatologist with Intermountain Health St Vincent Regional Hospital, you will join a team of healthcare professionals committed to providing quality care and excellent patient experience. Our team includes 4 Neonatologists, 5 Neonatal Nurse Practitioners, with established staff & allied health caregivers including RNs, Respiratory Therapists, PT/OT/Speech Therapists, Social Workers and more. You will practice at St. Vincent Regional Hospital in Billings, Montana. St Vincent is home to a 22 bed Level III NICU (with ability to flex up to 26). Pediatric Specialties, Maternal Fetal Medicine, OBGYN, and PICU also available onsite We partner with Primary Children's Specialists for Neuro-NICU & cardiac surgical needs. When on shift, you'll typically be in house 8am-6pm, with low-utilization unrestricted call after hours. Neonatal Nurse Practitioners are on site 24/7. How we'll support you: You'll be paid an annual salary of $367,500.00, based on the expectation of working 125 shifts per year. Signing bonus of $25,000.00, relocation assistance up to $20,000.00. Eligible for up to $100,000.00 in student loan assistance. We care about your well-being, which is why we provide our caregivers with a generous benefits package. In addition, we offer paid time off, license reimbursement, malpractice insurance coverage, and an annual CME allowance to support your continuous growth and development. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here. What you'll bring: MD or DO degree from a fully accredited medical or osteopathic school of medicine Board certified or boards eligible Neonatologist Active, unobstructed Montana medical license, or the ability to obtain one U.S. ACGME Residency Fellowship training in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Ability to successfully complete Intermountain Health's credentialing process Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Certification Life in Billings Billings is the largest city in Montana. With roughly over 120,000 residents, Billings provides an environment where you can practice "big city" medicine while having a "small town" feel. When people come to Montana they fall in love with the beauty and are surprised by all that Montana has to offer. With 300 plus days of sunshine and 12 different ski hills, it's a wonderful place to be. Billings is in a centralized location with easy access to anything from fabulous restaurants to quintessential mountain hiking. We have a variety of school options including a school founded on the classical education model, Montessori schools, parochial schools, and a praiseworthy public school system. If you're looking for an area that is great for families, you've found it! If you're looking for an area that has great access to various outdoor amenities, you've found it! Billings has something for everyone, every lifestyle, every family size big or small! In addition, we're proud to boast a traveler-friendly international airport in a safe city with very little traffic. Live, work, play in Billings! About Us Intermountain Health is a model health system by providing extraordinary care and superior service at an affordable cost. We are an integrated not-for-profit system of 33 hospitals, 400 clinics, and a medical group with more than 5,000 employed physicians and advanced practice providers across six states in the mountain west. Our value statements are core to our culture. They reflect the behavior and attitudes that are important to us, are an agreement for how we treat each other, help us make decisions on how to act, and are a promise of what people can expect from us. Learn more about our Mission, Vision, and Values at: About Intermountain . Intermountain Health was recently recognized by the American Medical Association's Joy in Medicine award for our commitment to physician wellbeing. We also received the Lorna Breen Wellbeing First Champion award. What does it mean to be a part of Intermountain Health? It means joining the Power of We, building an environment where providers and caregivers can deliver the best in healthcare. Realizing each caregiver, learner, and volunteer is vital to providing care to our patients, because WE can only achieve the extraordinary together. Committed to the best in medical education, research and most advanced technology, the results are better clinical patient outcomes. Location: Intermountain Health St Vincent Regional Hospital Work City: Billings Work State: Montana Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $7.25 - $999.99 We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here . Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process. All positions subject to close without notice.
