Licensed Respiratory Therapist CRT - (PRN)

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Diagnostics lung and breathing disorders and recommends treatment methods.
• Interviews patients and performs chest physical exams to determine what kind of therapy is best for their condition.
• Consults with physicians to recommend a change in therapy, based on evaluation of the patient.
• Analyzes breath, tissue, and blood specimens to determine levels of oxygen and other gases.
• Manages ventilators and artificial airway devices for patients who cannot breathe normally on their own.
• Manages non-invasive and high flow devices for patients requiring oxygenation and ventilatory support.
• Responds to emergency situations and urgent calls for care.
• Educates patients and families about lung disease so they can maximize their quality of life.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Respiratory Care- Required
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - Required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Preferred
• CPR(BLS)- Required
• CPR (ACLS) - Preferred
• CPR (PALS) - Preferred
• NRP- Preferred