Role: Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
Responsibilities include:
- Assessing patients’ respiratory needs and developing care plans
- Performing and documenting treatments such as aerosolized medications, oxygen therapy, secretion management, and artificial airway care
- Managing mechanical ventilators and non-invasive monitoring equipment
- Providing patient and family education on disease management
- Assisting with intra-hospital transport and emergency airway management
- Supporting procedures like fiberoptic bronchoscopy and invasive line placement
- Ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards
- Serving as Shift Coordinator and preceptor for students and new staff
Qualifications & Skills:
- Graduate from a Specialty Training Program
- ACLS, BLS, NRP, and PALS certifications (provided and required)
- Strong communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills
- Ability to operate advanced respiratory equipment
Key Duties: Deliver evidence-based respiratory care, collaborate with medical teams, ensure safety standards, and support patient education and discharge planning in a clinical environment.