Respiratory Therapist
About The Position
Responsible for the rendering of respiratory care and associated diagnostic services ordered by and in collaboration with physicians and other members of the healthcare team. Must be able to establish and maintain a patent airway in residents/patients exhibiting respiratory difficulty. Makes routine rounds to ascertain the comfort and well-being of residents/patients receiving respiratory care. Responds promptly to all unit calls requesting respiratory care services. Performs necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as, usage of monitoring devices, performing bedside pulmonary function studies, setting up various respiratory equipment and ventilators, tracheotomy care, etc. Documents appropriately in medical record, and on various departmental forms as required. Assembles, cleans, and disinfects respiratory care equipment used to perform his/her duties.
Requirements
- NBRC Registered
- FDNY G-17 Bulk Medical Gas Certificate of Fitness
- AAS Degree in Respiratory Therapy
Responsibilities
- Rendering of respiratory care and associated diagnostic services
- Establish and maintain a patent airway
- Makes routine rounds to ascertain the comfort and well-being of residents/patients receiving respiratory care
- Responds promptly to all unit calls requesting respiratory care services
- Performs necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
- Documents appropriately in medical record
- Assembles, cleans, and disinfects respiratory care equipment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
