Essential Job Functions Clinical Respiratory Care: - Evaluate and manage patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary conditions - Administer prescribed respiratory therapies including oxygen therapy, bronchodilators, and chest physiotherapy - Perform routine and emergency tracheostomy care - Monitor and adjust ventilator settings - Participate in ventilator weaning protocols - Respond to respiratory emergencies and perform CPR as needed Patient Care & Coordination: - Educate patients and families on respiratory care - Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams - Participate in physician rounds Documentation & Compliance: - Document patient care and maintain compliance with regulations - Complete shift handoff reports Equipment & Inventory Management: - Maintain respiratory equipment and monitor supplies Team Collaboration: - Communicate with healthcare teams and leadership - Perform additional duties as assigned Qualifications Education & Licensure: - Current Respiratory Therapy license - RRT or CRT credential Certifications: - BLS required - ACLS preferred Experience & Skills: - Experience with ventilator patients preferred - Strong clinical and communication skills Work Environment & Physical Requirements - Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 pounds - Work in clinical healthcare environments Additional Information This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. This role includes administering treatments, managing ventilator-dependent patients, monitoring patient conditions, and responding to respiratory emergencies.