Respiratory Therapists

GNO Inc.; Miller Township (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated respiratory therapist to provide exceptional care for patients with breathing disorders. In this role, you will assess and treat patients, monitor their physiological responses, and collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes. You will also educate patients and their families on disease management techniques and perform critical procedures such as endotracheal intubation. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Requires strong assessment skills and knowledge of respiratory care modalities.
• Education in respiratory therapy and relevant certifications are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with breathing disorders, ensuring optimal care.
• Monitor vital signs and conduct therapeutic procedures as needed.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Respiratory Care

Emergency Care

Equipment Operation

Patient Education

Team Collaboration

Technical Skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)

Tools

Mechanical Ventilators

Electrocardiography Devices

Therapeutic Gas Administration Apparatus

Job description

Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. Assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including the supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and conduct therapeutic procedures; maintain patient records; and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment.

What is this job like?

• Monitor patient's physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, or blood chemistry changes, and consult with physician if adverse reactions occur.
• Maintain charts that contain patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
• Perform pulmonary function and adjust equipment to obtain optimum results in therapy.
• Monitor cardiac patients, using electrocardiography devices, such as a holter monitor.
• Perform endotracheal intubation to maintain open airways for patients who are unable to breathe on their own.
• Use a variety of testing techniques to assist doctors in cardiac or pulmonary research or to diagnose disorders.
• Explain treatment procedures to patients to gain cooperation and allay fears.
• Demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
• Enforce safety rules and ensure careful adherence to physicians' orders.
• Provide emergency care, such as artificial respiration, external cardiac massage, or assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Relay blood analysis results to a physician.
• Educate patients and their families about their conditions and teach appropriate disease management techniques, such as breathing exercises or the use of medications or respiratory equipment.
• Determine requirements for treatment, such as type, method and duration of therapy, precautions to be taken, or medication and dosages, compatible with physicians' orders.
• Read prescription, measure arterial blood gases, and review patient information to assess patient condition.
• Inspect, clean, test, and maintain respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently, ordering repairs when necessary.
• Work as part of a team of physicians, nurses, or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
• Make emergency visits to resolve equipment problems.
• Teach, train, supervise, or use the assistance of students, respiratory therapy technicians, or assistants.
• Conduct tests, such as electrocardiograms (EKGs), stress testing, or lung capacity tests, to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
• Perform bronchopulmonary drainage and assist or instruct patients in performance of breathing exercises.
• Set up and operate devices, such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, or aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
• Transport patients to the hospital or within the hospital.