Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

• Under the supervision of the Cardio-Pulmonary manager, the Licensed Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing cardiopulmonary care services in accordance with specific physician’s orders, and department policies and procedures. 
• The Licensed Respiratory Therapist manages and provides care to patients via the nursing process, therapeutic environment, treatment modalities and inter-disciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities:

• Performs assessment/data collection in an ongoing systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychological and cognitive status.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of oxygen concentrations and medication doses as they relate to patients of varying ages, including neonate, pediatric, adolescent and geriatric patients.
• Formulates a goal directed plan of care which is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes.
• The Licensed Respiratory Therapist reports directly to the Cardio-Pulmonary Manager.

Mental:

• Astute communication skills with employees, physicians, visitors, administration and public. Ability to adjust to job situations that involve many different people and projects, requiring some independent action and judgment.

Physical:

• Must have the ability and competency to operate the equipment of his/her position; perform technical procedures; speak intelligently and in a professional manner before others; and exercise supervision and management skills.

Education:

• Must be a graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy and have a current state of Colorado Respiratory Therapist license. Must have proof of current instruction in CPR.

Experience:

• Minimum of one or more years of experience preferred. Bi-lingual capabilities helpful. New graduates are encouraged to apply.