Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Pulmonary

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Pulmonary

Provides respiratory testing to patients with minimal guidance. Performs pulmonary diagnostic procedures and assessments. Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient's individual age specific needs and to provide individualized age specific treatments and care. Participates in additional training and/or certification courses to develop expertise and skills to become certified to work in specialized clinical areas. Performs pulmonary-function, lung capacity, diffusion capacity, and blood and oxygen tests for use by physician in diagnosing and treatment of pulmonary disorders. Calibrate, clean and maintain diagnostic equipment and recognize when equipment malfunctions. The tech is also responsible for inventory and ordering of supplies. Effectively communicate with patients to elicit appropriate responses in order to derive meaningful data. Establish and maintain effective working relationships and good customer service skills.

Qualifications: Associate or Bachelor Degree from an AMA approved Respiratory program Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) granted by The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required BLS certification required.