Respiratory Therapist - [Per Diem]
Core
Implement and update care plans, perform cardiopulmonary evaluations, administer respiratory therapy treatments, and provide education to patients and families.
Role type
Respiratory Therapist
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, blood gas analysis, diagnostic test interpretation
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
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, clinical staff