Respiratory Therapist: Tech-Driven, Patient-Centered Care

UPMC; Jamestown (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Chautauqua is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory therapy services under physician prescriptions as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will work with cutting-edge equipment to support patients with cardiopulmonary needs and contribute to high-quality care across service areas.

In this role, you will be placed on the career ladder based on experience and licensure, collaborating with physicians and trainees to ensure safe, effective respiratory therapy and patient

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition and determine treatment requirements by reading prescriptions, measuring arterial blood gases, and reviewing patient information.
• Choose the best method for administering inhalants and make necessary adjustments according to physician’s orders.
• Assist in transporting mechanically ventilated patients and respond to emergency situations.
• Maintain patient charts with identification and therapy information, and order repairs when needed.
• Demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees and supervise students during training.
• Set up and operate respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring it meets specified treatment parameters.
• Monitor and adjust equipment to achieve optimal therapy results, and inspect equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Evaluate medical orders and interpret clinical data to optimize patient outcomes.
• Monitor patient’s physiological responses to therapy, perform bronchopulmonary drainage, assist with breathing exercises, and conduct pulmonary function tests.
• Consult with physicians if adverse reactions occur.

Job description

UPMC Chautauqua is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory therapy services under physician prescriptions as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will work with cutting-edge equipment to support patients with cardiopulmonary needs and contribute to high-quality care across service areas.

In this role, you will be placed on the career ladder based on experience and licensure, collaborating with physicians and trainees to ensure safe, effective respiratory therapy and patient