Role Overview:
The Respiratory Therapist performs a variety of respiratory procedures on patients with diverse needs and abnormalities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate clinical competencies to provide respiratory care to adult, geriatric, neonatal, and pediatric patients.
- Collect and evaluate clinical information, review medical records, blood gas values, and imaging reports.
- Discuss patient care with physicians and make appropriate recommendations.
- Administer therapies, monitor patient responses, and document procedures accurately.
- Ensure equipment functions properly, troubleshoot issues, and maintain cleanliness.
- Participate in clinical instruction of health students and perform assigned duties as needed.
Qualifications:
- Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapist Program.
- Licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner and Registered Respiratory Therapist.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, required within 30 days of employment.
Skills & Experience:
- Clinical competency in respiratory therapy across patient populations.
- Strong knowledge of clinical assessment, patient communication, and equipment troubleshooting.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team.