Respiratory Therapist, Part Time, 12 hours

Griffin Health Services • Derby, CT

41d • Onsite

About The Position

To assess patients based on their medical history for admission into the Pulmonary Rehab Program. Assists in the development of exercise prescriptions and protocols and supervises exercise therapy. Manages care plans and new patient intakes. Provides support with oxygen administration and titration for patients requiring O2 supplementation. Monitors SpO2 saturations for every patient, provides education for patients on breathing mechanics and coping with their restrictive and/or obstructive pulmonary disease. Assists patients in equipment understanding concepts and lifestyle modification principles.

Requirements

• AS degree in Respiratory Therapy
• RRT required
• 1 year clinical experience required
• BLS required
• ACLS required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors preferred
• RPFT, AE-C, NRP desirable

Responsibilities

• Assess patients based on their medical history for admission into the Pulmonary Rehab Program.
• Assist in the development of exercise prescriptions and protocols.
• Supervise exercise therapy.
• Manage care plans and new patient intakes.
• Provide support with oxygen administration and titration for patients requiring O2 supplementation.
• Monitor SpO2 saturations for every patient.
• Provide education for patients on breathing mechanics and coping with their restrictive and/or obstructive pulmonary disease.
• Assist patients in equipment understanding concepts and lifestyle modification principles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree