Respiratory Therapist
Core
Implement and update care plans, perform cardiopulmonary evaluations, administer respiratory therapy treatments, and provide patient education in a clinical setting.
Role type
Respiratory Therapist (IC)
Builds
Patient care plans and respiratory treatment protocols
Domain
Healthcare / Respiratory Care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
mechanical ventilator support, artificial airway care, bronchopulmonary hygiene, pharmacologic agent administration, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, patient monitoring, diagnostic test interpretation, equipment maintenance
Preferred skills
precepting students and team members, public education
Technologies
mechanical ventilators, medical gas systems, ECG monitors, radiology study reports
Responsibilities
Review patient records and vital signs, select and check respiratory care equipment, conduct therapeutic procedures including oxygen and aerosol therapy, monitor clinical parameters, initiate and update respiratory care plans, communicate patient status to the healthcare team, maintain ACLS certification, instruct team members and students
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC