Banner Health

Registered Respiratory Therapist, Vascular Access Specialist

Banner Health

part-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Mesa • Arizona • United States

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About the role

  • Reviews labs, patient history and physician orders to determine appropriate line to be utilized for the procedure and/or identify potential issues that may arise or preclude the patient from being a viable candidate or require alternate form of vascular access
  • Collaborates with physicians to determine appropriate long-term access needs
  • Obtains patient’s authorization to perform the procedure
  • Inserts peripheral venous and/or arterial catheters to provide access or more complex vascular access as indicated
  • Inserts and maintains peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) lines according to department policy and procedures to include dressing changes, line reviews and declotting
  • Utilizes ultrasound technology to ensure accurate insertion of the PICC line
  • Maintains sterile field throughout the insertion process to ensure quality outcomes
  • Participates in ongoing monitoring of quality initiatives, department database, appropriateness and effectiveness of bundle compliance
  • Acts as a resource to therapists and other healthcare practitioners regarding patient status, equipment and operational issues.

Requirements

  • Associate or technical degree
  • Successful completion of a training course in PICC and Banner Health Sims Lab training for CVC insertions
  • Proof of good standing with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
  • A current license in state practiced as required by state law
  • Certification for Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required
  • In-depth knowledge of clinical techniques, applications and equipment as typically obtained through 4 years of clinical experience as a RRT, including 1 year of independent PICC or CVC line insertions
  • Must possess highly effective human relation skills necessary to interface with patients, families, staff and other healthcare personnel.
Benefits
  • Competitive wages
  • Paid orientation
  • Flexible Schedules (select positions)
  • Fewer Shifts Cancelled
  • Weekly pay
  • 403(b) Pre-tax retirement plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee wellness program
  • Discount Entertainment tickets
  • Restaurant/Shopping discounts
  • Auto Purchase Plan
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
PICC line insertionCVC line insertionultrasound technologyvenous catheter insertionarterial catheter insertiondressing changesline reviewsdeclottingquality monitoringclinical techniques
Soft Skills
human relation skillscollaborationcommunicationpatient interactionteamworkproblem-solvingresourcefulnessoperational issue resolutioninterpersonal skillsquality initiative participation
Certifications
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)Basic Life Support (BLS)Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)