Reservist Respiratory Therapist – Emergency Response

National Emergency Management and Response; Texas; On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

National EMR seeks reservist Respiratory Therapists to support incident response. Responsibilities include administering respiratory care, maintaining equipment, and collaborating with medical staff during deployments.

Reservists are not full-time and are paid for actual hours worked, with assignments based on skills and incident needs. Candidates must have CRT certification, an accredited RT program diploma, and at least three years of experience.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent and graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapist Program.
• Current CRT certification and ability to work in any U.S. state.
• Three years of respiratory therapist experience.
• Familiarity with ICS training and incident command concepts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to National EMR Policies, Procedures Manual, and Operations Manual.
• Administer respiratory tests and treatments to clients.
• Clean and sterilize respiratory therapy equipment and perform maintenance.
• Collaborate with medical staff (Physician, NP/PA, RN, LVN) as needed.
• Assist with updating respiratory protocols and procedures with Medical Services Division.
• Conduct pulmonary function tests and develop treatment plans with physicians' input.
• Administer inhalants and operate ventilators and related equipment.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatments as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CRT Certification

Respiratory Therapy

English Proficiency

On-Call / Reservist Availability

Physical Endurance (50 lbs)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Accredited Respiratory Therapist Program

CRT Certification

ICS 100b – Introduction to Incident Command Systems

ICS 200b – ICD for single resources and Initial Action Incidents

ICS 700a – NIMS Introduction

ICS 800b – National Response Framework Introduction

ICS 300 – Intermediate IC S for Expanding Incidents

ICS 400 – Advanced ICS Command and General Staff – Complex Incidents

Job description

National EMR seeks reservist Respiratory Therapists to support incident response. Responsibilities include administering respiratory care, maintaining equipment, and collaborating with medical staff during deployments.

Reservists are not full-time and are paid for actual hours worked, with assignments based on skills and incident needs. Candidates must have CRT certification, an accredited RT program diploma, and at least three years of experience.