Respiratory Therapist

This job provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support services to both in-patients and out-patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric. Monitors and weans Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation, draws, analyzes and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs, and delivers intermittent therapy. Assists with changing of artificial airways, and provides services as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures. Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure. Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient. Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans. Performs diagnostic procedures. Requirements Associate's Degree Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification (only for trained therapists working in the NICU) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in respiratory care treatment, including oxygen therapy, ventilation support, and diagnostic testing. Proficient in patient education and documentation, with a strong focus on compliance with established policies and procedures. Highest-signal resume keywords Licensed Respiratory Therapist Certified Respiratory Therapist Basic Life Support (BLS) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Oxygen Therapy Artificial Ventilation Arterial Blood Gas Analysis EKG Monitoring Therapeutic Procedures Soft Skills Patient Education Communication Certifications & Qualifications Associate's Degree Certified Respiratory Therapist Basic Life Support (BLS) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Industry Keywords Respiratory Care Diagnostic Testing Ventilation Support In-Patient Care Out-Patient Care Tools & Technologies Patient Information Systems #J-18808-Ljbffr