Respiratory Therapist
Assess, treat, and provide patient-centered care for individuals with breathing and cardiopulmonary disorders. Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff to deliver safe, effective respiratory and cardiopulmonary therapy.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients’ respiratory status and determine appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Perform diagnostic testing related to breathing and cardiopulmonary function.
- Manage and operate ventilator equipment as clinically indicated.
- Provide therapeutic treatments and ongoing monitoring to support recovery and stability.
- Coordinate care with the interprofessional healthcare team to ensure continuity and quality.
Qualifications & Skills
- Strong knowledge of respiratory therapy and cardiopulmonary disorders.
- Ability to perform diagnostic procedures and deliver therapies safely.
- Proficiency in ventilator management and respiratory equipment operation.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and patient-focused care skills.
- Commitment to compassion, ethics, and continuous professional learning.