Respiratory Therapist

externallincarecareers; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

externallincarecareers seeks a Respiratory Therapist to administer care for long-term care residents with cardiopulmonary abnormalities, following physician prescriptions. You will review orders, set up ventilators and nebulizers, and monitor patient responses.

The role requires graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program and an active state RT license, with prior related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Active state Respiratory Care Practitioner license required.
• Previous related experience in medical settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review prescription and patient information to assess condition and treatment needs.
• Set up and operate devices including ventilators and nebulizers.
• Monitor vital signs, blood chemistry, and treatment response.
• Consult with physician on adverse reactions and device adjustments.
• Demonstrate procedures to trainees and provide staff education.
• Perform tracheostomy tube changes and inspect equipment.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Patient care

Education

Respiratory Therapy degree

Licensed Respiratory Therapist

Tools

Ventilators

Nebulizers

Monitoring devices

Job description

This employee administers respiratory therapy care to long term care residents with abnormalities and deficiencies of the cardiopulmonary system according to physician prescription.

Job Responsibilities:

• Review prescription and patient information to assess patient condition and determine requirements for treatment
• Determine suitable treatment administration and modifications that may be needed, compatible with physician orders
• Set up and operate devices including mechanical ventilators, nebulizers, and/or compressors
• Operate equipment to ensure specified parameters of treatment such as volume, oxygen concentration, and/or temperature
• Monitor patient response to therapy via vital sign and blood chemistry changes
• Observe equipment function and adjust equipment to obtain optimal results
• Consult with physician in event of adverse reaction
• Inspect and test respiratory therapy equipment to ensure it is functioning safely and efficiently
• Order repairs when needed
• Demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees
• Perform staff education at customer facilities
• Perform tracheostomy tube changes

Licenses:

• Active State Respiratory Care Practitioner license

Education and Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
• Previous related work experience

Physical Demands:

The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.