Respiratory Therapist

Job Description

Summary:

Responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures necessary to implement treatment, disease prevention, pulmonary rehabilitative, or diagnostic regime prescribed by a physician.

Set up and administer all routine and complex respiratory therapy procedures to patients of all ages in all areas of the hospital, particularly in the ER, Nursery, Med/Surg and ICU departments, as prescribed by a physician or driven by protocols. Responsible for the application and operation of acute care ventilators used for continuous short and long-term mechanical ventilation of adults, pediatrics and neonates.

The transcription and implementation of the written or verbal orders of a physician pertaining to the practice of respiratory care. Proper assessment, observation and monitoring of signs and symptoms, general behavior, and general physical response to respiratory care treatments and diagnostic testing. Recommend and implement appropriate respiratory care procedures and protocols based on observed abnormalities. Implement changes in treatment pursuant to the written or verbal orders of a physician. The ability to assess and initiate emergency procedures and successfully operate using the prioritization of therapy guidelines.

Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery to achieve desired patient outcomes. Performs all other duties as required.

Position Qualifications:

Education:

Graduate of an Approved Respiratory Therapy Program (CRT/RRT)

Experience:

Previous experience preferred

Licenses/Certificates:

National (NBRC) certification and Indiana RCP license. BLS required within 30 days, ACLS, PALS and NRP required or obtained within 3 months of hire.

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