Respiratory Therapist

Description

Delivers critical and non-critical patient care services to all age groups using selected invasive and noninvasive techniques related to the cardiopulmonary system. Provides respiratory care in both in-patient and out-patient areas. Demonstrates a high level of commitment and professionalism. Must practice within scope of practice in accordance with the licensure act.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs and monitors patient progress and response to service. Assesses patients and makes appropriate recommendations based on outcomes with regard to therapeutic interventions.
• In accordance with hospital policy and procedure, performs all duties as a respiratory care practitioner as assigned.
• Performs invasive and noninvasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Correctly records all information in the patient legal record and maintains department records.
• Educates patients on their disease state, wellness, home care modalities, and safety. Treatments performed as related to age-specific needs.
• Educates/Precepts students and new orientee's to the roles/responsibilities of a RCP.
• Applies technical knowledge to consult physicians with regard to cardiopulmonary status.
• Participates in in-services and meetings, completes competencies. Monitors all department communications.
• May be responsible for charge/team leader roles and other assigned duties.
  
  

Skills

Required Skills & Experience:

• Credentials of RRT issued by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Must demonstrate critical care knowledge as it relates to cardiopulmonary disease states.
  
  

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience.
• Prefer active membership in the American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC).
  
  

Education

Required Education:

• Graduate of a Respiratory Therapy program with RRT credential.
  
  

Preferred Education:

• N/A
  
  

Required Certifications & Licensure

• Candidate must have a current license to practice respiratory care issued by the state.
• BLS (American Heart Assoc.)
• ACLS (American Heart Assoc.)
  
  

Preferred Certifications & Licensure

• NRP for NICU.