Respiratory Care Practitioner

Air National Guard Recruiting; Kentucky; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A military healthcare organization is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to work with physicians in diagnosing and treating heart and lung diseases. This full-time role involves performing critical care procedures, managing ventilators, and conducting various diagnostic tests. Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge in respiratory therapy and be adept in patient care within a military setting. Opportunity to gain valuable leadership skills is also available.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge in respiratory care and management of ventilators.
• Skilled in performing diagnostic tests such as ECGs and blood tests.
• Experience in providing critical care respiratory therapy.

Responsibilities

• Work with physicians to diagnose and treat heart and lung diseases.
• Perform diagnostic studies including pulmonary function tests.
• Provide critical care therapy using life-support equipment.

Skills

Knowledge of respiratory therapy

Ability to manage ventilators

Experience with diagnostic testing

Job description

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Caring for Airmen and their families requires the knowledge and skills of thousands of individuals. Respiratory Care Practitioners assist physicians who diagnose and treat diseases of the heart and lungs by performing essential lab and clinical functions for patients in their care. From managing ventilators to conducting blood tests, ECGs and ultrasounds, these highly trained professionals help prevent, monitor and minimize heart and lung diseases within the Military Health System.

Primary Responsibilities

• Work with physicians and other health professionals to diagnose and treat diseases of the heart and lungs
• Perform diagnostic studies such as pulmonary function tests, exercise stress tests, ECGs and ultrasounds
• Provide critical care respiratory therapy, including the use of sophisticated life-support equipment
• Draw blood from patients for testing
• Assist in procedures such as cardiac catheterization, bronchoscopies and endobronchial ultrasounds

About the Air National Guard

Air National Guard is a unique military branch that offers great careers while giving flexibility to work full‑time or part‑time. By choosing to join the Air National Guard, you will be trained by the best technical experts in your field and will receive valuable leadership skills that will propel your future to new heights.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Health Care Provider and Other
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care, Wellness and Fitness Services

Location: Hardin County, KY