Respiratory Therapist

Role Overview:
The Respiratory Therapist performs a variety of respiratory therapy procedures tailored to patients with diverse needs and conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate clinical competencies to deliver respiratory care effectively.
• Provide specialized care to adult, geriatric, neonatal, and pediatric populations.
• Collect and assess clinical data, review medical records, blood gases, and lab results.
• Interpret x-ray and radiology reports, discuss patient care with physicians, and make recommendations.
• Monitor patient responses to therapy, administer procedures promptly, and document all activities.
• Communicate pertinent information to the healthcare team and ensure equipment functions properly, troubleshooting as needed.
• Participate in clinical instruction of students and perform additional duties as assigned.

• Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapist Program (required).
• Licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state (required).
• Registered Respiratory Therapist License (required).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire (required).
• Strong knowledge of respiratory care techniques, equipment, and patient monitoring.