Role Overview: The Respiratory Therapist II provides advanced respiratory care, primarily in critical care settings, performing procedures such as ventilator management, airway management, medication administration, and pulmonary diagnostics. They assess patient needs, collaborate with healthcare team members, and ensure safe, quality care while addressing population-specific needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver patient-centered respiratory therapy, including assessments, therapy planning, and execution.
- Manage ventilators, perform weaning, interpret waveforms, and handle airway procedures like intubation and trach care.
- Administer medications such as aerosols, oxygen, and medical gases, ensuring adherence to protocols.
- Educate patients and support staff, mentor new employees, and participate in staff development activities.
- Promote a safe environment by maintaining accurate documentation, supporting performance improvement, and adhering to evidence-based practices.
- Assist with invasive/non-invasive procedures and pulmonary testing as needed.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program with science coursework; associate’s degree required, bachelor’s preferred.
- 0-2 years of clinical experience, with a minimum of 6 months in critical care.
- CPR, ACLS, PALS, NRP certifications; Registered Respiratory Therapist credential required.
- Strong communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills; computer proficiency.
Additional Requirements: Must comply with all organizational policies and maintain appropriate licensure and certifications to deliver high-quality, safe respiratory care.