Respiratory Therapist

Avir Trilogy; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Respiratory Therapist at Avir at Montana in El Paso, TX delivers life-support respiratory care for COPD, asthma, and pneumonia. The role supports oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation, and medication administration within a patient-centered team setting.

The candidate holds an Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field and the RRT credential, with 0 years minimum experience. Collaboration with physicians and nurses is essential to plan and evaluate care.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field.
• RRT credential required or in process.
• 0 years of experience minimum as stated.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to patients, including oxygen therapy and ventilation.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate respiratory care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Manage ventilator settings, weaning, and respiratory support.
• Maintain accurate records of patient care and treatment.
• Participate in quality improvement and regulatory compliance.

Skills

RRT credential

Education

RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) credential

Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field

Job description

Respiratory Therapist

Location: El Paso, TX

Company: Avir at Montana

Job Summary

As a Respiratory Therapist at Avir at Montana, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and patient-centered environment. Our team of dedicated healthcare professionals is committed to providing exceptional care to our patients, and we are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Respiratory Therapist to join our team. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will be responsible for providing life-supporting respiratory care to patients with a variety of respiratory problems, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, and pneumonia.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to patients, including administration of oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation, and medication
• Conduct assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of respiratory care plans
• Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement treatment plans
• Perform ventilator management and weaning, as well as management of respiratory failure and cardiopulmonary arrest
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient care and treatment
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field
• RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) credential
• Minimum 0 years of experience in respiratory therapy
• Ability to lift, push, and pull equipment and patients as necessary