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An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join their team. This role involves the comprehensive treatment and management of patients with cardio-respiratory issues, ensuring high-quality patient care through assessment, education, and the administration of treatments. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in both invasive and non-invasive ventilator care and possess the ability to educate patients and their families on wellness and disease management. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.
Summary:
Responsible for the treatment, care, and management of patients with deficiencies and/or abnormalities of the cardio-respiratory system.
Acts as clinical resource in all areas of patient care and, further, contributes to the overall quality of patient care.
Position Responsibilities:
• Performs assessment of patients and develops their respiratory plan of care.
• Administers treatments/medications as prescribed by the physician.
• Demonstrates competency in all aspects of invasive and non-invasive ventilator care.
• Demonstrates competency in all aspects of the Blood Gas Laboratory.
• Teaches and reinforces education on disease process, treatment, and wellness to patient and/or family and the community at large.
• Set-up, operate, and maintain medical gas and airway humidification systems.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to interact/interface with varying computer information management systems in order to document patient care related activities.
Required Education:
Graduate of an AMA approved program of study in Respiratory Care with a high school diploma.
Training/Certifications/Licensure:
Registered or Registry Eligible as a Respiratory Therapist as determined by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
BLS credential.
Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the New Jersey State Board of Respiratory Care.