Provide intensive respiratory care including administration of physician-prescribed treatments using invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizers
Perform chest physiotherapy, suctioning, oximetry, capnography monitoring, pulmonary function studies, and arterial puncture procedures
Operate, set up, and monitor mechanical ventilation equipment; assist with preventative maintenance and repair as needed
Assist with respiratory-related procedures including bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, chest tube placement, and tracheostomy care including tube insertion and removal
Perform 12-Lead EKG, basic arrhythmia recognition, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation per BLS and ACLS guidelines
Accurately document all treatments, patient responses, and respiratory therapy charges; communicate patient status during shift-to-shift handoff rounds
Required Qualifications
Active Respiratory Therapist license within the applicable state
Current BLS and ACLS certification
Proficiency with invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment and respiratory care modalities
Ability to perform arterial puncture, endotracheal intubation via free-hand technique and/or video laryngoscope, and tracheostomy management
Ability to work with minimal supervision and evaluate patients to recommend appropriate treatment plans
Preferred Experience / Skills
Experience in a moderate complexity laboratory setting with knowledge of specimen handling, quality controls, and documentation protocols
Familiarity with PleurX catheter drainage procedures
Experience performing routine chest x-ray review to assess patient condition
Why Join Us
Opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical environment providing a broad scope of respiratory care services across a variety of patient populations
Contract role offering flexibility and the chance to expand hands-on clinical experience in a full-service facility setting