Respiratory Therapist

Specific Duties

Meets patient's goals and needs and provides quality care by conducting pulmonary function tests; assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results; determining respiratory therapy treatment plans in consultation with physicians and by prescription.

Helps patient accomplish treatment plan and supports life by administering inhalants; operating mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators.

Administers respiratory therapy treatments by performing bronchopulmonary drainage; assisting with breathing exercises; monitoring physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes; directing treatments given by aides, technicians and assistants.

Evaluates effects of respiratory therapy treatment plan by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress; recommending adjustments and modifications.

Assists providers in providing health care and treatment.

Maintains records on all cases regarding visits, interviews, referrals, follow-ups and other actions.

Collects and records data and prepares required reports.

Monitors trends and implements strategies to assist patients with accessing appropriate level of care.

Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

Other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in the state of Kentucky.
• BLS and ACLS certified.
• Previous experience in Respiratory Therapy required.