Respiratory Therapist

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
  


• Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
  


• Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.
  


• Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.
  


• Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.
  


• Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.
  


• Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.
  


• Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.
  

Requirements

• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT) is required.
  


• Licensed to practice as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) is preferred. Certification by the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support and ACLS is required at time of hire. Certification in PALS within 90 days of hire.
  

• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
  


• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
  

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
  


• Vision Insurance
  


• Retirement
  


• Dental Insurance
  


• Paid Time Off
  


• Life Insurance
  
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