Respiratory Therapist

Duties: Job 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 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 diseases 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 American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC).

Education:
Required Education:
-Graduate of a Respiratory Therapy program with RRT credential.

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.