Respiratory Therapist

Full Job Description

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community.

We are seeking a Respiratory Therapist, who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness.

If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply.

This position is primarily located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, C.M. Tucker Jr. Nurse Care Center-Roddey Pavilion, 2200 Harden St. Columbia, SC 29203.

As the Respiratory Therapist, under limited supervision, with emphasis on adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations residing in the long-term care and acute psychiatric settings, will fulfill physician/ NP orders for respiratory care. Assure therapy effectiveness, set patient goals, and assess patient progress while working as an interdisciplinary team member. Perform diagnostic testing as ordered by the physician/NP within their and the facilities scope of practice in a timely manner. Assist the Respiratory Supervisor with Quality/Performance Improvement projects. Provide patient, family and caregiver education when necessary. Perform supervisory duties in the Respiratory Supervisor's absence.

Responsibilities for the Respiratory Therapist include:

• Perform patient assessments and evaluations. Develop care plans, monitor patient responses, and progress toward their goals.
• Provide respiratory therapy and conduct testing on patients as ordered.
• Provide patient, family, and staff education.
• Document care provided and test results accurately and in a timely manner.
• Routinely assess respiratory equipment and devices for proper function.
• Assist the Respiratory Supervisor with Quality/Performance Improvement monitors.
• Perform day-to-day supervisory duties in the absence of the Respiratory Supervisor.

Requirements

• Must be registered as a Respiratory Therapist

Additional Requirements

• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Have a valid state driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Additional Information

Post hire, employees must:

• Have extensive knowledge of Respiratory Therapy principles and modalities.
• Be able to operate complex respiratory equipment, patient assessment and care planning.
• Be licensed with the state of South Carolina to practice as a Respiratory Therapist. Current and valid NBRC certification. AHA BLS certified.

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment.

Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.

A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for Part Time employees:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• Annual leave
• Sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices *
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

* Salary will be prorated based on part-time status.