Role Summary: The Respiratory Therapist III provides advanced respiratory care, medication administration, and patient assessment primarily in critical care settings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Delivering complex patient care, including ventilator management, airway procedures, and arterial blood gas analysis.
- Educating patients, families, and supporting staff, while promoting best practices and participating in quality improvement projects.
- Collaborating with healthcare team members to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Ensuring safety and quality standards through accurate documentation, adherence to protocols, and participation in performance improvement initiatives.
- Serving as a preceptor for new employees and students, fostering a supportive learning environment.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Associates or Bachelors in Respiratory Therapy (preferred).
- Required certifications include BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and NBRC-RRT, with additional credentials such as ACCS, AE-C, NPS, or RPFT preferred.
- Minimum of two years of clinical experience in critical care areas, with strong communication, critical thinking, and computer skills.