Respiratory Therapist - Richmond, VA
Core
Provide safe and effective respiratory care for neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations, including airway care, ventilator management, and cardiopulmonary assessment.
Role type
Respiratory Therapist (IC)
Builds
Patient care plans and respiratory support
Domain
Healthcare / Respiratory Care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Cardiopulmonary assessment, ventilator management, airway care, emergency response, interdisciplinary consultation, shift team leadership
Preferred skills
NRP certification, Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy, 2+ years of experience
Technologies
Ventilators, CPR equipment, ACLS/PALS protocols
Responsibilities
Perform cardiopulmonary assessment and monitoring during emergency response; manage airway care and select appropriate ventilator parameters; consult with physicians regarding patient care plans; maintain work areas; perform shift team leader duties in supervisor's absence.
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC