Registered Respiratory Therapist
About The Position
The Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RT) provides respiratory care services to patients in all areas of the hospital in accordance with established policies and procedures and as prescribed by a physician. This individual will interact with patients of all ages. This individual will interact with patients of all ages Walks or stands for long intervals of time, sits intermittently Generally works in a clean, well-lighted, heated and ventilated health care facility Is responsible to the Director of Respiratory Care Services and the Medical Director of Respiratory Care Services, as well as the shift charge therapist in Respiratory Care Services; Works cooperatively with physicians, nurses, and other health care personnel Participates in mandatory on-call rotations and performs charge therapist duties as required Performs other related duties as required Has knowledge of growth and development and an understanding of the range of treatment needed by patients of different ages Orders supplies as needed Portrays a positive and professional image and commitment to service excellence and customer service Uses proper telephone, verbal, and written communication skills Communicates appropriate information to lead therapist or director for incident follow-up, etc
Requirements
- Must have received an education, including completion of an approved Associate Degree Program in Respiratory Therapy or in a program determined by the Department of the State Board to be the equivalent.
- Must be Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist
- Basic Life Support certified
Nice To Haves
- Graduate Respiratory Therapists considered, however, prefer at least 1 year clinical experience in all aspects of Respiratory Care.
Responsibilities
- Provides respiratory care services to patients in all areas of the hospital in accordance with established policies and procedures and as prescribed by a physician
- Interacts with patients of all ages
- Participates in mandatory on-call rotations and performs charge therapist duties as required
- Orders supplies as needed
- Communicates appropriate information to lead therapist or director for incident follow-up, etc
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
