Respiratory Therapist

The VIOS Clinic; Creve Coeur (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The VIOS Clinic in Creve Coeur, MO is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to deliver evidence-based respiratory care across diverse patient populations, including ventilator management and oxygen therapy.

You will collaborate with physicians and nursing staff, interpret diagnostic tests, educate patients and families, and respond to emergencies in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold Registered Respiratory Therapist credentials.
• Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and knowledge of respiratory care best practices.
• Proficient in ventilator and oxygen/aerosol therapy management.
• Effective communication and ability to educate patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory therapy including ventilator management, oxygen therapy, and aerosol treatments.
• Respond to respiratory emergencies and other urgent patient needs.
• Interpret relevant diagnostic tests to guide treatment decisions.
• Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff to coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory therapies and care plans.

Skills

Registered RRT credentials

Clinical judgment

Ventilator management

Oxygen therapy

Communication & education

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist

provides evidence-based respiratory care to diverse patient populations.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory therapy including ventilator management, oxygen therapy, and aerosol treatments.
• Respond to respiratory emergencies and other urgent patient needs.
• Interpret relevant diagnostic tests to guide treatment decisions.
• Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff to coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory therapies and care plans.

Qualifications & Skills

• Registered Respiratory Therapist credentials.
• Strong clinical judgment and knowledge of respiratory care best practices.
• Competence in ventilator and oxygen/aerosol therapy management.
• Effective communication and patient/family education skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.