CRT or RRT (Respiratory Therapy #)

Respiratory Therapist

The Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory and pulmonary therapy, management, and rehabilitation under the direction of a doctor. The Respiratory Therapist treats conditions that affect the pulmonary system and help patients who are having trouble breathing from infants to the elderly in a variety of health care settings.

Adheres to established policies and procedures of the facility

Plans for outcomes of care for those patients assigned

Determines appropriate therapy and treatment options in collaboration with physicians

Manages respiratory/pulmonary equipment and devices

Performs interventions according to identified priorities, plan of care, and the hospital policies and patient care outcome standard.

Adheres to emergency, safety and infection control procedures of the facility

Reports changes in the patient's respiratory status to the Director/Supervisor of Respiratory Care Services, the nurse primarily responsible for the patient, and the physician, as needed, and prior to leaving the facility

Current Respiratory Therapist Certification or Registration for the state in which he/she practices

One year of respiratory therapy clinical experience preferred

Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site

proficiency in the English language is required

Computer proficiency required

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
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