Respiratory Therapist - Clinics

Certified Respiratory Therapist

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• The Certified Respiratory Therapist has advanced knowledge in the cardiopulmonary system to manage and treat patients. Therapists use scientific values, therapies, and techniques to optimize patient care and outcomes.

Performs and directs respiratory care services like oxygen therapy and aerosol therapy. Follows the attending physician's orders and established procedures.

Administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation in emergency situations.

Reviews physician's orders, examines diagnostic test results, and provides therapy based on the patient's condition. Implements approved protocols if directed by a physician.

Performs routine and advanced respiratory therapy; Instructs patient in the use of various respiratory care equipment in a thorough and professional manner.

Assesses patient response to therapy and coaches the patient to improve technique.

Documents all treatments and therapies given, any supplies used and accurately files all corresponding charges.

Adheres to established policies, including infection control, isolation policies, HIPAA, time and attendance, and social media.

Works willingly and professionally with other employees, healthcare professionals, and students.

Incorporates values of continuous quality improvement in all of the aspects of clinical care, identifying opportunities as appropriate.

General knowledge of Respiratory Care modalities, therapies, equipment, and medications.

General computer skills, including but not limited to: data entry, information security, electronic medical documentation, hand-held scanning, and email.

Certification/License/Registration - Basic Life Support (BLS) Cert Respiratory Therapist (CRT): Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from the National Board Respiratory Care. Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP): Licensed by the State of Texas Medical Board as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP).

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