Respiratory Therapy Technician

Respiratory Therapy Technician

The Respiratory Therapy Technician performs procedures and operates various equipment to provide diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care to patients.

Responsibilities:

• Administers respiratory therapy treatments and emergency respiratory care, using prescribed equipment, gases, drugs, or other required methods.
• Performs pulmonary diagnostic studies as directed for patient assessment.
• Places patient in proper position for treatment ensuring comfort and safety of patient.
• Takes and records vital signs and conditions of patient and records same as directed.
• Observes and monitors patient during procedure and takes corrective action as necessary.
• Performs necessary reporting functions as directed.
• Insures that equipment and supplies are available and in proper condition for patient use.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Graduate or GED equivalent
• Successful completion of a formal respiratory therapy course
• Possession of a valid National Board of Respiratory Care Certification in states where certification is required.