Role Overview:
Performs respiratory therapy procedures on patients with diverse needs and abnormalities, ensuring proper care and treatment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administers respiratory therapies and procedures.
- Supervises positions as assigned.
- Provides patient care support, including physical assistance.
- Handles emergency situations as needed.
- Adheres to safety protocols, including wearing protective equipment.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Ability to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Physical strength to lift, push, or pull loads up to 50 pounds.
- Sufficient mobility and stamina for frequent repositioning and activities.
- Ability to handle infectious diseases and work in variable hours.
- Willingness to wear protective gear and work with chemicals.
Physical & Visual/Hearing Requirements:
- Must be able to see with corrective eyewear.
- Must hear clearly with assistance.
- Physical activities include sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, and twisting.
- May be exposed to infectious agents and chemicals.
- Work involves irregular hours and frequent physical activity.
Visual and Hearing Conditions:
- Ability to see with corrective lenses.
- Ability to hear clearly with assistance.