Respiratory Therapist

RESPIRATORY THERAPIST

Reports to Director of Wellness

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Respiratory Therapist (RT) will work in coordination with clinic staff to help patients improve pulmonary function, alleviate pain and support life by planning and administering medically prescribed respiratory therapy. The RT will meet patient’s goals and needs and provide quality care by conducting pulmonary function tests, assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results, and determining respiratory therapy treatment plans in consultation with medical providers.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate’s degree with major in Respiratory Therapy
• Valid state Respiratory Therapist license (must meet educational requirement for state licensure)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Current BLS for Healthcare Provider

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administers respiratory therapy treatments by assisting with breathing exercises and monitoring physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
• Evaluates effects of respiratory therapy treatment plan by observing, noting, and evaluating patient’s progress and recommending adjustments and modifications.
• Completes discharge planning by consulting with healthcare providers, social workers and other members of the care team and contributing to patient care conferences.
• Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
• Assures continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs and instructing patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS:

• Physiological knowledge
• Health promotion and maintenance
• Verbal communication skills
• Medical teamwork
• Creating a safe, effective environment

Statement of Non-Inclusivity: This job description is not to be construed as a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities that may be assigned. The duties and responsibilities outlined in this position may be amended as deemed appropriate and necessary by the supervisor.