Registered Respiratory Therapist

Assess, monitor, and treat patients with respiratory conditions including asthma, COPD, pneumonia, bronchitis, and emphysema Work with physicians, nurses, pulmonologists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans Conduct pulmonary function screenings and comprehensive pulmonary function tests using spirometry equipment Educate patients on test preparation, respiratory equipment, inhalers, nebulizers, and medications such as albuterol Administer albuterol after pulmonary function examinations Conduct pre- and post-pulmonary function testing and other diagnostic evaluations Monitor patient progress, treatment effectiveness, equipment functionality, and patient comfort Communicate with pulmonologists and team members as necessary Maintain a safe and clean environment and follow respiratory therapy safety protocols Requirements Current state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Experience performing spirometry testing Must be available on occasional weekdays; no weekends Knowledge of respiratory equipment and medications Strong communication and patient care skills Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare team Attention to detail and strong organizational skills NBRC certification and/or Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) certification preferred AARC Office Spirometry Certificate accepted Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in assessing and treating respiratory conditions, conducting pulmonary function tests, and educating patients on respiratory care. Proficient in collaborating with healthcare teams to develop effective treatment plans and ensuring patient comfort and safety. Highest-signal resume keywords Current State Licensure as a Respiratory Therapist Spirometry Testing Patient Care Skills NBRC Certification Knowledge of Respiratory Equipment Hard Skills Pulmonary Function Testing Spirometry Equipment Albuterol Administration Diagnostic Evaluations Treatment Plan Development Soft Skills Strong Communication Skills Attention to Detail Organizational Skills Team Collaboration Certifications & Qualifications Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) AARC Office Spirometry Certificate Industry Keywords Asthma COPD Pneumonia Bronchitis Emphysema Tools & Technologies Respiratory Equipment Inhalers Nebulizers #J-18808-Ljbffr