Role Overview: A Respiratory Therapist Registered (RRT) provides comprehensive respiratory care, including patient assessments, treatment planning, and execution of therapies such as aerosolized medications, oxygen therapy, and mechanical ventilation. They communicate effectively within the care team, educate patients and families, and assist with procedures like bronchoscopy and invasive monitoring. The therapist manages emergency airway situations, monitors patient status with non-invasive tools, and ensures compliance with safety and regulatory standards. They also support intra-hospital patient transport and discharge planning, and serve as a shift coordinator and preceptor when qualified.
Qualifications & Skills: Requires graduation from a specialty training program, strong clinical assessment skills, proficiency in ventilation management, and knowledge of monitoring equipment. Excellent communication, teamwork, and patient education abilities are essential.
Key Duties:
- Assess patient respiratory needs and develop care plans
- Perform and document treatments and therapies
- Manage ventilators and emergency airway interventions
- Educate patients and families on disease management
- Assist in procedures and intra-hospital transport
- Maintain regulatory compliance and safety standards
- Support discharge planning and assist with respiratory equipment
- Serve as Shift Coordinator and preceptor when designated
Work is primarily clinical, with opportunities for leadership and mentorship, and a focus on delivering high-quality patient care.