Respiratory Therapist Registered

Vetted Solutions; Lewistown (Mifflin County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vetted Solutions is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Registered (RRT) to assess patients, develop treatment plans, and perform aerosolized therapies and oxygen delivery. The role involves managing ventilators, monitoring patient status, and assisting with airway management and emergencies in a hospital setting.

The position emphasizes collaboration with the healthcare team, thorough documentation, and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate from specialty training program with strong assessment, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Experience in acute airway management and ventilator operation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' respiratory needs, develop and evaluate treatment plans, and perform therapies such as aerosolized medications, oxygen therapy, and secretion management.
• Manage mechanical ventilators, monitor patient status with non-invasive tools, and assist with airway management and emergency procedures.
• Provide patient and family education on disease management, assist in intra-hospital transport, and support discharge planning for respiratory-related needs.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team, document assessments and treatments, and adhere to safety and regulatory standards.
• Support fiberoptic bronchoscopy procedures, invasive monitoring, and serve as shift coordinator after one year of employment.
• Mentor students and new staff, ensuring quality care and compliance with policies.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication

Teamwork

Ventilator operation

Acute airway management

Tools

Ventilators

Job description

Role: Respiratory Therapist Registered (RRT)

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' respiratory needs, develop and evaluate treatment plans, and perform therapies such as aerosolized medications, oxygen therapy, and secretion management.
• Manage mechanical ventilators, monitor patient status with non-invasive tools, and assist with airway management and emergency procedures.
• Provide patient and family education on disease management, assist in intra-hospital transport, and support discharge planning for respiratory-related needs.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team, document assessments and treatments, and adhere to safety and regulatory standards.
• Support fiberoptic bronchoscopy procedures, invasive monitoring, and serve as shift coordinator after one year of employment.
• Mentor students and new staff, ensuring quality care and compliance with policies.

Qualifications & Skills:

Graduate from specialty training program, with strong assessment, communication, and teamwork skills. Experience in acute airway management and ventilator operation preferred.

Key Duties:

Perform patient assessments, execute therapeutic modalities, manage ventilators, educate patients, assist with invasive procedures, and ensure safety and compliance. The role is primarily clinical, with leadership responsibilities after one year.