Respiratory Therapist
Job Description
3RNET
Position Description
Duties/Responsibilities:
* Assesses patients and recommends respiratory therapy treatments.
* Plans, prepares, and administers respiratory therapy treatments including IPPB, aerosol, chest physical therapy, incentive spirometry, and sputum inductions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
* Performs diagnostic pulmonary and cardiac tests
* Records patient treatment, response, and progress.
* Inspects, tests, maintains, and operates respiratory therapy equipment.
* Responds to “code blue” calls and assists by maintaining the patient’s airway and performing CPR.
* Instructs respiratory technicians.
* Monitoring equipment related to cardiopulmonary therapy.
* Managing artificial airways.
* Assessing vital sign
* Counseling individuals in cardiopulmonary health (.e.g., asthma education, smoking, cessation, etc.)
* Consulting with physicians and members of the medical team to recommend a change in therapy.
* Reads journals and reference books to maintain continuing education.
* Attends department meetings.
* Performs other duties assigned as needed by CNO and/or Administrator
Required Skills/Abilities:
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills, with proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Current BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR or CPR/AED for the Professional
Rescuer. Current ACLS certification (or obtain within six months).
Education and Experience:
Satisfactory completion of a respiratory therapist program from a nationally accredited respiratory therapy school required.
The ability to meet NBRC registry requirements or Certified RRT-CRT required.
Be licensed by the State of Texas as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
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