Advanced Respiratory Therapist - Ventilation & Care

Rhode Island Hospital; Newport; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapy professional to administer and evaluate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, supporting diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions. You will model compassionate and professional values while collaborating with care teams to optimize patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include managing ventilatory support, monitoring oxygen/humidification, and documenting patient responses in the medical record.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform a wide range of respiratory therapy procedures.
• Strong documentation and medical record-keeping skills.
• Competence in interpreting patient data and coordinating with physicians.

Responsibilities

• Performs various therapeutic procedures (e.g., chest physiotherapy, bronchodilator therapy, nebulizer therapy).
• Sets up and monitors CPAP, BiPAP and noninvasive ventilation.
• Monitors oxygen delivery, humidification, and ventilator function.
• Interprets arterial blood gases and coordinates with the physician.
• Assesses patient condition, documents findings, and adjusts therapy as needed.

Job description

Brown University Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapy professional to administer and evaluate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, supporting diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions. You will model compassionate and professional values while collaborating with care teams to optimize patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include managing ventilatory support, monitoring oxygen/humidification, and documenting patient responses in the medical record.