Respiratory Therapist / Registered Respiratory Therapist - New Hampshire

Roshal Health•Lebanon, NH

About The Position

Respiratory Therapist â Lebanon, NH This is a PRN position assisting with occasional Veteran's Clinics. Position would require 1 - 3 days per month (Weekdays ONLY) at your convenience. Open to someone within a few hours of Lebanon. Expenses Paid Join the Roshal Health Team â Where Your Skills Are Valuedâand Your Well-Being Is Too. At Roshal Health, youâll be part of a team that values your expertise and supports your growth. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and flexible scheduling designed to give you balance and control over your career. Here, your skills make a direct impact, and youâll thrive in an environment built on collaboration, respect, and professional development. We partner with hospitals, health systems, and healthcare organizations to deliver expert, on-demand diagnostic services. Job Summary: A Respiratory Therapist (RT) is responsible for assessing, monitoring, and treating patients with various respiratory conditions, including asthma, COPD, pneumonia, bronchitis, and emphysema. The RT works closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans, conduct diagnostic tests, and provide appropriate respiratory therapies.

Requirements

Licensure: Current state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
Certification: Certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and/or Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) preferred.
Also excepted: AARC Office Spirometry Certificate
Experience in performing spirometry testing.
Strong communication and patient care skills.
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Knowledge of respiratory equipment and medications

Responsibilities

Spirometry Testing
Conduct Pulmonary Function Screenings: Use spirometry equipment to perform comprehensive pulmonary function tests (PFTs) on patients to assess lung function and diagnose respiratory conditions.
Patient Education: Provide clear instructions to patients regarding the preparation for and execution of pulmonary function tests. Educate patients on the proper use of respiratory equipment, including inhalers and nebulizers, and the administration of medications such as albuterol.
Administer Respiratory Treatments: Deliver albuterol for post pulmonary function examination.
Diagnostic Testing: Conduct pre- and post-pulmonary function testing, including measuring lung capacity, spirometry, and other diagnostic evaluations.
Patient Monitoring and Follow-Up: Regularly assess patient progress during treatment and adjust therapies as necessary. Monitor equipment functionality and patient comfort during treatments.
Collaboration with Healthcare Teams: Communicate effectively with Pulmonologist and team members when necessary.
Patient Safety and Care: Ensure a safe and clean environment for patients during procedures. Follow all safety protocols and maintain high standards of care in all aspects of respiratory therapy.