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 services
Domain
Healthcare / Respiratory Care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Cardiopulmonary assessment, Ventilator management, Airway care, Emergency response, Interdisciplinary consultation, Shift leadership
Preferred skills
NRP certification, ACLS/PALS, Bachelor's in Respiratory Therapy, 2+ years experience
Technologies
Ventilators, Monitoring devices
Responsibilities
Perform cardiopulmonary assessment and monitoring; manage airway care; select and operate ventilators; consult with physicians and team members; maintain work areas; perform shift team leader duties if applicable.
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC