Job Summary:

The Respiratory Therapist will administer respiratory care and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary system deficiencies and abnormalities and will train and act as a resource for respiratory department technicians.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

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.
• Reads journals and reference books to maintain continuing education.
• Attends department meetings.

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.

Education and Experience:

• Satisfactory completion of a respiratory therapist program from a nationally accredited respiratory therapy school required.
• The ability to meet NBRT registry requirements required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.