Respiratory Therapist

CONSUMER DIRECTED SERVICES INC.; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CONSUMER DIRECTED SERVICES INC. in Sparks, NV is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to assess and treat patients with respiratory conditions, manage ventilators, and perform ABGs. You will respond to emergencies, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to safety and quality initiatives.

The role emphasizes patient and family education, strong clinical skills, and ongoing professional development within a community-focused setting.

Qualifications

• Certification and licensure in respiratory care.
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of respiratory equipment.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, community-focused environment.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with respiratory conditions
• Manage ventilators and non-invasive respiratory support
• Perform arterial blood gases (ABGs) and diagnostic tests
• Respond to emergency situations promptly
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team
• Contribute to safety and quality improvement initiatives
• Educate patients and their families about respiratory care

Skills

Respiratory licensure

Clinical respiratory care

Team collaboration

Patient education

Professional development

Tools

Ventilators

ABG equipment

Job description

• Assess and treat patients with respiratory conditions
• Manage ventilators and non-invasive respiratory support
• Perform arterial blood gases (ABGs) and diagnostic tests
• Respond to emergency situations promptly
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team
• Contribute to safety and quality improvement initiatives
• Educate patients and their families about respiratory care

Role:

Respiratory Therapist

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with respiratory conditions
• Manage ventilators and non-invasive respiratory support
• Perform arterial blood gases (ABGs) and diagnostic tests
• Respond to emergency situations promptly
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team
• Contribute to safety and quality improvement initiatives
• Educate patients and their families about respiratory care

Qualifications & Skills

• Relevant respiratory therapy certification and licensure
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of respiratory equipment
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, community-focused environment
• Excellent communication and patient education skills
• Commitment to professional development and ongoing learning