Respiratory Care Specialist

5 days ago


Decatur, Illinois, United States Emory Health Care Full time
Company Overview
Emory Healthcare is a leading hospital in cardiology and heart surgery, cancer, neurology, and more. Our mission is to provide exceptional patient care and improve the quality of life throughout Georgia.

Salary and Benefits
This full-time position offers 36 hours per week with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Job Description
The Respiratory Therapy Technician provides direct respiratory care to patients in acute chronic and emergency situations. Key responsibilities include performing routine ventilator and artificial airway treatments, assisting physicians, and conducting minor repairs to respiratory equipment.

Required Skills and Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you must be currently certified as a Respiratory Therapy Technician (RTT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care, licensed as a Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) by the state of Georgia, and possess Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Key Responsibilities
Reviews patients' medical history, patient chart, respiratory care orders, physician examination, pulmonary function values, blood gas results, and additional laboratory data to assist in developing a respiratory care plan. Collects and evaluates pertinent clinical information, monitors and evaluates the patient's response to respiratory therapy, and communicates findings to other members of the health care team to ensure coordination of optimal patient care. Performs prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation and ventilation, including extubation, removal of secretions, and administration of pharmacologic agents.

Professional Development
We encourage our employees to participate in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments in the field of respiratory care. As a Respiratory Therapy Technician at Emory Healthcare, you will have opportunities to work with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.

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