Respiratory Therapist, Registered II
About The Position
Evaluates, treats, and manages patients of all ages with respiratory illnesses and other cardiopulmonary disorders in a wide variety of clinical settings. Performs respiratory care procedures, patient assessments, treatment efficacy evaluations, planning, and patient education. Documents factual, accurate, complete, timely, and legally appropriate information about patient care in the electronic medical record. Adult care requires Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support. Neonatal and pediatric care requires Basic Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, and the Neonatal Resuscitation Program.
Requirements
- Registered Respiratory Therapist credential required.
- North Carolina Respiratory Care Practitioner credential required.
- Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
- Three years of clinical Respiratory Therapy experience required.
- Basic Life Support certification required.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification required for adult care.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification required for neonatal and pediatric care.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification required for neonatal and pediatric care.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy preferred.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate, treat, and manage patients of all ages with respiratory illnesses and other cardiopulmonary disorders.
- Perform respiratory care procedures.
- Conduct patient assessments and evaluate treatment efficacy.
- Plan patient care and provide patient education.
- Document patient care accurately, completely, and promptly in the electronic medical record.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
