Respiratory Therapist LTC

externallincarecareers; Mount Carmel Township (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

externallincarecareers seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide long-term care respiratory care under physician prescriptions. You will review prescriptions, determine treatment needs, and set up devices such as ventilators and nebulizers to deliver prescribed therapy.

You will monitor patient responses, adjust settings, consult with physicians on adverse reactions, and ensure equipment is safe and efficient. Responsibilities also include staff education and tracheostomy care as required.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Device setup

Vital signs monitoring

Tracheostomy care

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Previous related work experience

Tools

Mechanical ventilators

Nebulizers

Compressors

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.