Role: Respiratory Therapist II responsible for administering respiratory care, medication delivery, and patient assessment in complex critical care settings. They manage ventilators, perform airway procedures, and analyze arterial blood gases, ensuring safe and high-quality patient care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide patient care, documentation, and education in a team-oriented environment
- Collaborate with healthcare team members for planning and executing care
- Perform ventilator management, airway management, and pulmonary diagnostics
- Mentor and educate patients, staff, and students
- Promote patient safety, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement initiatives
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies and standards
Qualifications & Skills:
- Associates or Bachelors in Respiratory Therapy (preferred)
- Certifications: NBRC-RRT, Respiratory Care Professional, BLS, and ACLS
- 0-2 years of clinical experience, with at least 6 months in critical care
- Strong communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency with computer systems and databases