Role: Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) providing patient respiratory care in a clinical setting.
Responsibilities include: conducting thorough patient assessments, developing care plans, administering therapies (e.g., aerosolized medications, oxygen, artificial airway care), managing mechanical ventilators, performing diagnostic procedures, and educating patients and families on disease management.
Assist in intra-hospital transports, acute airway management, and invasive monitoring; ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards; collect arterial blood gases; support fiberoptic bronchoscopy and hemodynamic procedures; and serve as a shift coordinator and clinical preceptor.
Qualifications & Skills: Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy, current certifications (ACLS, BLS, NRP, PALS), and strong communication and teamwork skills. Ability to work independently with evidence-based practices and state-of-the-art technology.
Key Duties: Provide protocol-driven, autonomous care, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to continuous improvement and community involvement.