Job Title: Respiratory Therapist
Salary: As per Exp.
Job Type: Fulltime
Location: Roxboro NC 27573
Position Summary:
Examines patients with respiratoryrelated conditions and conducts diagnostic testing. Consults with physicians to develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient. Performs physiotherapy and other treatments and teaches patients to use medications.
Reports to: Director of Laboratory and Respiratory Services
Responsibilities of the Position:
- Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
- Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors records and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
- Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes current research and best practices.
- Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.
- Educates the patient and family about the patients illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.
- Monitors receives stocks and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.
- Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.
- Disassembles cleans and sterilizes equipment and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.
Minimum Education:
- Graduate of a Respiratory Care Program of Study for an Advanced Practice Level Respiratory Therapist with an A.A.S. degree or Certification of Graduation.
Certifications/Licenses:
- Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT) is required.
- Licensed to practice as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) is preferred.
- Certification by the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support (BLS) and ACLS is required at time of hire.
- Certification in PALS within 90 days of hire.
Minimum Work Experience:
- One year of routine respiratory care experience is preferred. Graduation from an Associate Degree level program can be substituted for one year of experience.
Required Skills:
- Critical thinking skills decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.