Respiratory Therapist - Department of Medicine
Position Information
Position Title: Respiratory Therapist - Department of Medicine
Department: Medicine
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/54143
Job Type: Full-Time
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary
The UBMD Internal Medicine, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine is seeking applicants for a part-time Respiratory Therapist.
The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for evaluating, recommending, educating and administering selected Respiratory Care to Adult Pulmonary patients in UBMD outpatient clinics.
Requirements/ Job Duties:
- Performs pulmonary function testing, spirometry, six-minute walk tests, ambulatory oximetry, FeNO measurement, inhaler training, smoking cessation counseling with clinic patients
- Provides education to patients and family members on all types of chest physical therapy and ongoing care patients requiring mechanical ventilation and noninvasive positive pressure ventilation in the home setting.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by authorized personnel or as may be required to meet emergencies.
Cystic Fibrosis Specific (CF) Requirements:
- Work with patients to ensure adequate patient centered CF specific airway clearance to maintain lung function.
- Develop relationships and complete annual assessment on all patients with CF. Complete periodic assessments at each clinic visit (2-4 times per year).
- Work with Adult CF Care team to assist in providing appropriate respiratory care equipment
We are committed to a professional environment that is positive, respectful, cohesive and supportive of cultural and individual differences in the service of our clinical and academic goals.
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University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications
RT / RRT
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of respiratory therapy experience preferred.
Physical Demands
Salary Range
$26 - $28 per hour
Special Instructions Summary
All applicants must apply via UB Jobs.
Is a background check required for this posting?
No
Contact Information
Contact's Name: Dory Prouty
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Senior Human Resources Generalist
Contact's Email: Dc62@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-961-9914
Posting Dates
Posted: 11/21/2024
Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
Date to be filled: 01/01/2025
