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Allied Health
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Client Name
Lake Taylor Transitional Care Hospital
Job Type
Travel
Offering
Allied
Profession
Allied Health
Specialty
Respiratory Therapist / RRT
Job ID
35058500
Job Title
Allied Health - Respiratory Therapist / RRT
Weekly Pay
$1768.0
Shift Details
Shift
12 hour nights
Scheduled Hours
36
Job Order Details
Start Date
01/12/2026
End Date
04/11/2026
Duration
13 Week(s)
Job Description
Job Description: Respiratory Therapist
Overview: A Respiratory Therapist (RT) is a healthcare professional trained in diagnosing, treating, and caring for patients with respiratory issues. They work in a variety of medical settings, including hospitals, clinics, home care, and rehabilitation centers. Respiratory Therapists are skilled in using equipment like ventilators, oxygen therapy, and other devices to assist patients with breathing difficulties.
Common Duties and Responsibilities:
Patient Assessment: Evaluate patients with breathing difficulties or cardiopulmonary issues by reviewing their medical history, conducting physical exams, and interpreting diagnostic tests such as blood gases, chest X-rays, and pulmonary function tests.
Respiratory Care: Administer treatments to improve breathing, such as oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation, chest physiotherapy, and inhalation therapy (e.g., nebulizer treatments).
Equipment Management: Set up and monitor equipment like ventilators, oxygen tanks, CPAP machines, and other respiratory devices. Ensure proper function and maintenance of equipment.
Emergency Response: Respond to emergency situations like respiratory failure, asthma attacks, or trauma, providing immediate life-saving interventions.
Patient Education: Educate patients and families on managing chronic respiratory conditions such as COPD, asthma, and sleep apnea. Teach proper techniques for using respiratory devices and medications.
Collaboration: Work with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans for patients with respiratory conditions.
Documentation: Maintain accurate records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress. Document any changes in the patient's respiratory condition or treatment plan.
Pulmonary Rehabilitation: Assist patients in pulmonary rehabilitation programs designed to improve respiratory function, increase exercise tolerance, and reduce symptoms.
Required Skills:
Proficiency in using respiratory equipment and technology.
Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology related to respiratory care.
Ability to assess patient conditions and respond effectively to changes in respiratory status.
Compassionate communication skills to educate patients and families.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, particularly in emergency situations.
Education and Certification:
Education: An associate's or bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited program.
Certification: Most states require respiratory therapists to be certified. Certification is typically obtained through passing an exam offered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), such as the Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
Licensing Requirements by State:
Licensure Required: All states require Respiratory Therapists to be licensed or certified to practice. This typically involves passing the NBRC exams and meeting state-specific licensure requirements.
States with Licensing Requirements: All U.S. states require respiratory therapists to be licensed. However, the specific process and requirements may vary from state to state, including continuing education and renewal processes.
States with Specific Regulations:
California: Requires certification by the California State Respiratory Care Board.
Texas: Requires a license from the Texas Medical Board after certification by the NBRC.
New York: Requires a license from the New York State Department of Health.
Florida: Requires licensure through the Florida Department of Health and continuing education.
Nevada: Requires licensing through the Nevada State Board of Respiratory Care.
Some states also offer specialized credentials for specific areas of respiratory therapy practice, such as neonatal or pediatric respiratory care.
Work Environment: Respiratory Therapists work in various healthcare environments:
Hospitals (ICU, emergency rooms, NICUs, etc.)
Outpatient Clinics
Home Care Agencies
Long-Term Care Facilities
Rehabilitation Centers
Client Details
Address
1309 Kempsville Rd
City
Norfolk
State
VA
Zip Code
23502
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