Respiratory Therapist

Arborviewsl; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Arborviewsl is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to evaluate, treat and care for residents with breathing disorders under the direction of nursing and administration. You will set up and operate respiratory devices, monitor patient responses, and collaborate with physicians to adjust care plans.

The role requires current Colorado Respiratory License, BLS certification, and graduation from an approved Respiratory Therapy program.

Qualifications

• Must have current, unencumbered Colorado Respiratory License.
• Graduation from approved Respiratory Therapy program preferred.
• Must have current Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, treats, and cares for residents with breathing disorders under supervision.
• Operates respiratory care equipment per physician orders for diagnosis and therapy.
• Monitors patient responses and communicates with physicians about changes.
• Performs chest physical therapy and pulmonary function evaluations as ordered.

Skills

Colorado Respiratory License

Education

Respiratory Therapy program graduate

Job description

Are you a person who believes in providing great care? Do you believe in having a positive impact on other people's lives? Are you a team player, quick-thinker, and ready to be a part of an organization that supports your growth?

WHAT WE'RE ABOUT

We believe care goes beyond a medical chart. With kindness and integrity as our guide, we strive for excellence in every interaction.

Requirements:

• You care.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under direction of Unit Manager, Director of Nursing and/or Administrator, is responsible for the evaluation, treatment, and care of residents with breathing disorders. Upon request of the physician, sets up and operates various types of respiratory care equipment to be utilized in diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrates commitment to company's mission, values and standards of ethical behavior
• Reads prescriptions, measures arterial blood gases, and reviews resident information to evaluate resident condition.
• Sets up and operates devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment. Conducts physician prescribed treatments of a routine nature operating Intermittent Positive Pressure Breathing (IPPB) Machine, various oxygen devices, nebulizer and ultrasonic nebulizer in order to administer prescribed medicinal vapors and gases, humidity, and various oxygen concentrations to resident's respiratory system.
• With appropriate authorizations, performs arterial puncture, operates blood gas analyzer measuring and determining acid-base balance efficiency of ventilation, and metabolism of respiratory system.
• Monitors resident's physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes, and consults with physician if adverse reactions occur.
• Performs chest physical therapy treatments involving percussion, postural drainage, and suctioning in order to mobilize secretions and mucus in lungs and to clear airway blockage in respiratory system.
• Performs pulmonary function studies determining volume, distribution, and movement of air in respiratory system.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have current, unencumbered Colorado Respiratory License
• Graduation from approved Respiratory Therapy program preferred
• Must have current Basic Life Support certification