Role Overview:
Performs respiratory therapy procedures on patients with diverse needs and physical abnormalities, demonstrating clinical competencies for various populations including adult, neonatal, and pediatric patients.
- Evaluates clinical information through inspection, auscultation, and patient review. Reviews medical records, blood gases, and lab data.
- Reviews x-ray and radiology reports, discusses patient care with physicians, and makes appropriate recommendations.
- Monitors patient responses to therapy, performs procedures timely and according to standards, and documents all activities.
- Ensures equipment functions correctly, troubleshoots instrumentation, and maintains proper hygiene and safety standards.
- Participates in clinical instruction of allied health students and communicates pertinent patient information to the healthcare team.
- Checks and inspects equipment, adjusts or reports malfunctions, and performs quality control.
- Performs other duties as assigned, ensuring optimal patient care and safety.
Qualifications:
- Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapist Program (required).
Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy.
Licensing & Certification:
- Respiratory Care Practitioner license from the State of Texas (required).
- Registered Respiratory Therapist License (required).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, with completion within thirty days of start date.