UMMC Greenwood-Respiratory Therapy-Respiratory Therapist-PRN
Core
Evaluate and administer therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory care and life support to patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders.
Role type
Respiratory Therapist
Builds
Patient care plans and respiratory therapy outcomes
Domain
Healthcare / Respiratory Care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Patient assessment, respiratory equipment operation, airway management, medical gas administration, blood gas interpretation, emergency cardiopulmonary assistance, equipment maintenance, infection control compliance
Preferred skills
ACLS, PALS, NRP, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Responsibilities
Evaluate patients through interviews and diagnostic tests; operate and monitor respiratory equipment; administer medications and maintain airways; monitor physiological responses; educate patients and families; maintain equipment and documentation.
Seniority
PRN (Part-time as needed)