Respiratory Therapist Certified/Registered (RRT)
About The Position
A Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) is a healthcare professional skilled in evaluating, treating, and managing patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders. The role involves conducting patient assessments through physical exams and diagnostic tests, administering therapies such as oxygen and nebulizer treatments, and managing complex equipment like ventilators and CPAP machines. CRTs educate patients and families on respiratory care techniques, collaborate with healthcare teams to develop and implement care plans, and respond to respiratory emergencies. They must stay current with advancements in the field and maintain accurate patient records. To become a CRT, one must complete an accredited respiratory therapy program, pass the National Board for Respiratory Care examination, and, depending on state regulations, obtain licensure. The role often requires working in diverse settings such as hospitals, outpatient clinics, and home health environments, with opportunities for advancement in specialized areas or management.
Requirements
- Completion of an accredited respiratory therapy program
- Passing the National Board for Respiratory Care examination
- Current State credentials for the state you will be practicing in
- BLS (basic life support) certification
- ACLS certification
- PALS certification
- NRP certification
Nice To Haves
- New grads respiratory are welcome
Responsibilities
- Conducting patient assessments through physical exams and diagnostic tests
- Administering therapies such as oxygen and nebulizer treatments
- Managing complex equipment like ventilators and CPAP machines
- Educating patients and families on respiratory care techniques
- Collaborating with healthcare teams to develop and implement care plans
- Responding to respiratory emergencies
- Staying current with advancements in the field
- Maintaining accurate patient records
Benefits
- Flexible work schedules
- Full time/part time/supplemental
- Day/Eve/Night shifts
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Payactiv-earned wage benefit-work today, get paid tomorrow
- Career advancement opportunities
- Robust healthcare plans
- Retirement plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
