Respiratory Therapy Quality Assurance Specialist

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Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.

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Position Responsibilities:

Quality Assurance Specialist

Performs all routine procedures of the department. Prioritizes patient therapy according to patient acuity on a daily basis. Accountable for administration, observation, charting and reporting effects of drugs, oxygen, respiratory treatments and other therapeutic and diagnostic measures. Completes assignments on a timely basis while adapting to changing workloads when required. Maintains standard shift productivity. Demonstrates knowledge of indications, cotraindications, hazards and troubleshooting of all treatments as assigned.  Demonstrates effective and efficient care through clinical competencies at least annually. Demonstrates competency in drawing and/or running arterial blood gases at least annually. Completes all forms in medical record and departmental records accurately and legibly according to hospital/departmental policy and procedure. Communicates pertinent information at shift report. Fulfills on call responsibilities according to departmental policy. Participates in critical care program as an educator. Monitors ventilation patients according to departmental standards. Demonstrates ability to teach and educate patient and family according to departmental policies and procedures. Uses supplies, equipment and resources in a cost effective manner.

Quality Assurance Responsibilities

Ensures appropriate utilization of services by performing Patient Evaluations and communicating with physicians regarding suggested treatment changes. Serves as the primary liaison with Pharmacy to address clinical issues. Reviews drug override and manages related reporting. Compiles blood gas critical value/stat QA report for PI office and brings value outliers to the attention of administration. Complies ventilator days summary for infection control office and brings issues to the attention of administration. Compiles ventilator weaning totals for administrative dashboard summary and brings issues to the attention of administration. Works with Education Specialist to cover during absence. All related duties as assigned by Director.

Qualifications:

Florida license for Registered/Certified Respiratory Therapist. BLS Certification. Graduate of an accredited program for Respiratory Care 1-2 years general floor care experience

Benefits:

We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes:

Health benefits Life insurance Long-term disability coverage Healthcare spending accounts Retirement plan Paid time off Pet Insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Wellness program On-site housing for selected positions and more! Share