Respiratory Therapist

Overview:

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for performing procedures and operating various equipment in accordance with physician orders or under the guidance and direction of the Director of Respiratory.

Responsibilities:

• Administers respiratory therapy treatments and emergency respiratory care, using prescribed equipment, gases, drugs, or other required methods.
• Performs pulmonary diagnostic studies as directed for patient assessment.
• Places patient in proper position for treatment ensuring comfort and safety of patient.
• Takes and records vital signs and conditions of patient and records same as directed.
• Observes and monitors patient during procedure and takes corrective action as necessary.
• Performs necessary reporting functions as directed.
• Insures that equipment and supplies are available and in proper condition for patient use.
• Perform cardiac diagnostic studies as directed.
• Must be able to set up, maintain and make prescribed changes to mechanical ventilation.
• Must be able to perform Blood Gas Analysis and/or Arterial Sampling.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings
• Participate in committee meetings upon request
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent; and
• Successful completion of a formal respiratory therapy course.

• Possession of a valid National Board of Respiratory Care Certification in states where certification is required; and
• Must possess State Certification or Temporary Work Permit for respiratory care practitioner.