Respiratory Therapist II, Registered
About The Position
Responsible for delivering comprehensive respiratory care through airway management, mechanical ventilation, blood gas analysis, oxygen and aerosol therapies, and patient education. Ensures accurate documentation of patient care activities and therapy results in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards. Coordinates with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes and support care plans. Maintains and orders necessary supplies for respiratory services and pulmonary function labs. Facilitates referrals, resource coordination, and patient education across inpatient, outpatient, and outreach clinic settings.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training from an accredited Respiratory therapy program
- 2-5 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area
- All experience must be paid and in the same related field.
- Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Nice To Haves
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advances Life Support (PALS)
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI)
Responsibilities
- Provides competent patient care through airway management, therapies, oxygen administration, ventilator management, and arterial analysis.
- Assesses and responds to all patient care needs related to the pulmonary system.
- Documents patient care activities, therapies, and results according to policy and regulatory requirements.
- Communicates with healthcare team members to ensure quality patient care and effective handoffs.
- Reports patient care issues to management as needed.
- Maintains active state licensure, completes competency requirements, and fulfills employee health and safety standards.
- Meets standards for point of care testing and adheres to departmental policies.
- Precepts and supports orientees, less experienced staff, and learners across disciplines.
- Educates and trains interdisciplinary team members on respiratory care responsibilities and equipment.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
