Examines patients with breathing-related 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: Respiratory Director. FLSA: Non-exempt.
- 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 patient's 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:
x Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program □ Preferred x Required
Required Skills:
Requires 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.
Requires 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.
Certifications:
x Basic Life Support (BLS)
x Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required for Full Time Therapists
x Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred
x Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) required for NICU Therapists
x Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required for Full Time Therapists
x Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred
x Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) required for NICU Therapists
x RRT credentialed by the NBRC
x Current Georgia RCP license
Minimum Work Experience:
>1 year experience in an acute care hospital x Preferred □ Required
ICU and ED experience for Adult Respiratory Therapists x Preferred □ Required
>1 year current experience in Level 2 or 3 NICU including high risk delivery attendance for NICU Therapist x Preferred □ Required
>1 year experience in an acute care hospital x Preferred □ Required
ICU and ED experience for Adult Respiratory Therapists x Preferred □ Required
>1 year current experience in Level 2 or 3 NICU including high risk delivery attendance for NICU Therapist x Preferred □ Required