Respiratory Therapist (PRN)
The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing advanced respiratory treatments, conducting diagnostic procedures, exercising independent clinical judgment, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to patients receiving respiratory therapy.
QUALIFICATIONS
- •Minimum of two years of experience in respiratory care.
- •Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
- •Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state.
- •Current CPR Certification.
- •Completion of a Board-approved respiratory therapy training program.
- •Successful passage of the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) certification exam.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
- •Recognize and respond promptly to life-threatening situations.
- •Administer ventilation therapies, manage life support systems, and transport ventilated patients safely.
- •Assist patients with breathing exercises, monitor vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- •Evaluate patient conditions to recommend and modify treatment plans accordingly.
- •Accurately document all patient care activities in medical records.
- •Serve as a resource and mentor for certified respiratory therapists and other healthcare team members.
- •Provide ongoing training skills validation and updates on respiratory best practices
NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- •Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor or department director.
- •Attend staff meetings and participate in company-sponsored training and events.
JOB COMPETENCIES
- •Proficiency in navigating and utilizing Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.
- •Understanding and adherence to hospital policies and procedures.
- •Commitment to ongoing professional development through continuing education and collaborative training.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- • Constant : Vision, hearing, speaking, manual dexterity, walking, sitting, balancing, repetitive motions, and prolonged use of arms, legs, and back muscles.
- • Frequent : Bending, squatting, twisting, pushing/pulling (up to 20 lbs. without assistance; up to 50 lbs. with assistance), lifting and carrying (up to 20 lbs. without assistance; up to 50 lbs. with assistance).
- • Occasional : Climbing, kneeling, crouching, color differentiation, and exposure to noise or hazards.
- • Rare : Potential exposure to electric shock and confined spaces.
- • Other : Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and may be exposed to infectious diseases and potential injury (cuts, bruises).
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- • OSHA Category I: Routine exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissue, requiring adherence to strict safety protocols.