Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy
The role is responsible for independently or under the supervision of senior therapists, performing all respiratory therapy interventions with the patient's best interest in mind.
Experience
- Required: NLT 1 year as a respiratory therapist
- Desired: N.A.
Educational Qualification
- Required: Bachelor's Degree in respiratory therapy or Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy (minimum two years course duration)
- Current National License as Respiratory Therapist
- Desired: N.A.
Responsibilities
- Perform respiratory care procedures as per established policies and procedures, under the guidance of senior staff and physicians.
- Operate autonomously, applying critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Monitor material supplies and report shortages to senior staff or supervisor promptly, ordering replenishments as needed.
- Participate in developing and modifying respiratory care plans and therapeutic goals in consultation with physicians.
- Assist in cardiac/respiratory arrest situations with physicians and the Code Team.
- Provide advanced emergency airway care following approved protocols.
- Conduct or assist with pulmonary and sleep diagnostic procedures.
- Troubleshoot respiratory care equipment and report maintenance issues.
- Contribute to education, development, and orientation of new employees and students.
- Participate in departmental training sessions, including equipment handling, peer review, case studies, and clinical presentations.
Accountabilities
- Support respiratory therapy for patients and monitor their responses regularly.
- Ensure high standards of patient care are maintained.
- Work within established policies and procedures.
- Document patient care activities according to guidelines.
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