Respiratory Therapist

Avir at Montana; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Avir at Montana in El Paso, TX is seeking a compassionate Respiratory Therapist to join our patient-centered care team. You will provide life-supporting respiratory therapy to patients with COPD, asthma, pneumonia and other conditions, collaborating with physicians and nurses to implement treatment plans.

Responsibilities include oxygen therapy, ventilator management and weaning, assessment and documentation of patient care, and participation in quality improvement activities to ensure

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field.
• RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) credential.
• Minimum 0 years of experience in respiratory therapy.

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

Skills

RRT credential

Education

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