Role Overview:
The Respiratory Therapist performs procedures on patients with diverse needs and abnormalities, providing vital respiratory care.
Responsibilities include supervising related positions, managing patient treatments, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
The role requires physical strength, stamina, and mobility to assist with patient care, frequent position changes, and physical activities of moderate difficulty.
The therapist must be capable of lifting loads up to 50 pounds, making location changes, and wearing protective equipment as needed.
Additionally, they may be exposed to infectious diseases, chemicals, and may handle emergency situations with irregular hours.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Ability to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodations for disabilities.
- Effective vision with corrective eyewear and clear hearing with assistance.
- Physical fitness to meet the demands of patient care and physical activities.
- Knowledge of infection control and safety procedures.
- Competence in operating respiratory therapy equipment and following protocols.
Key Duties:
Perform respiratory therapy procedures tailored to patient needs.
Supervise related personnel and ensure quality standards.
Maintain safety and infection control standards.
Handle emergency situations and adapt to irregular hours.
Wear appropriate protective gear and manage exposure to chemicals and infectious agents.
Physical & Sensory Requirements:
Must have adequate vision and hearing capabilities to perform job functions effectively.