Licensed Respiratory Therapist RRT (PRN)

PRN (on call) position available.

Summary

Comments

Direct provider of patient care in acute, sub-acute, and chronic healthcare settings to adult, pediatric, and neonatal population groups. Candidates will possess optimal skills in assessment of patients, delivery of care, and being proactive as an advocate for diagnostic and therapeutic modalities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Comments

*Diagnoses lung and breathing disorders and recommends treatment methods.

*Interviews patients and performs chest physical exams to determine what kind of therapy is best for their condition.

*Consults with physicians to recommend a change in therapy, based on evaluation of the patient.

*Analyzes breath, tissue, and blood specimens to determine levels of oxygen and other gases.

*Manages ventilators and artificial airway devices for patients who cannot breathe normally on their own.

*Manages non-invasive and high flow devices for patients requiring oxygenation and ventilatory support.

*Responds to emergency situations and urgent calls for care.

*Educates patients and families about lung disease so they can maximize their quality of life.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Standards of Behavior

Employee must be both committed to and accountable for demonstrating supportiveness, etiquette, respect, vibrancy, integrity, communication, and excellence in service delivery by adhering to the behaviors specified in the Service Standards of Behavior.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education - Level Obtained
• Program of Study
• Required/Preferred

• Associates
• Respiratory Care
• Required

Certifications, Licensures & Training

Required/Preferred

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Required
• Basic Life Support (CPR)
• Required
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Preferred
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Preferred

Minimum Years of Experience Required

Type of Experience Required

Less than 1 year

Clinical Care

Additional Experience Preferred

Neonatal Resuscitation Protocol