Respiratory Therapist LTC

externallincarecareers; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

externallincarecareers is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer care to long-term care residents with cardiopulmonary deficiencies. You will review prescriptions, determine treatment needs, set up ventilators and nebulizers, and monitor responses to therapy.

The role requires an accredited Respiratory Therapy program graduate and an active license, with prior related experience. You will train staff and assist with equipment maintenance on-site.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Active State Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
• Previous related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Review prescription and patient information to assess condition and determine treatment requirements.
• Determine suitable treatment administration and modifications per physician orders.
• Set up and operate devices including mechanical ventilators, nebulizers, and compressors.
• Monitor treatment parameters such as volume, oxygen concentration, and temperature.
• Observe patient response via vital signs and blood chemistry changes.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Ventilator management

Patient assessment

Tracheostomy care

Education

Respiratory Therapy degree

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.