Role Overview: Provides respiratory therapy procedures to patients with diverse needs and abnormalities, demonstrating clinical competence and delivering care tailored to adult, neonatal, and pediatric populations.
- Performs assessments by inspecting, auscultating, reviewing medical records, blood gases, and lab data.
- Reviews x-ray and radiology reports, discusses patient care with physicians, and makes clinical recommendations.
- Explains treatment plans, monitors patient responses, and adjusts therapies accordingly.
- Executes respiratory procedures promptly, documents interventions, and ensures equipment functionality.
- Communicates effectively with the healthcare team and participates in clinical instruction of students.
- Maintains equipment, troubleshoots instrumentation, and reports malfunctions.
- Performs other assigned duties as needed.
Qualifications:
- Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapist Program.
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy.
- Licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner and Registered Respiratory Therapist license.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days.
Skills & Experience: Demonstrates necessary clinical skills, knowledge of respiratory care for various populations, and proficiency with equipment and documentation. No specific prior experience required.