Registered Critical Care Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory/Pulmonary, Tupelo

Job Description

Therapeutic Modalities:

• Ventilatory management, recommend and administer therapeutic regime.
• Airway Management.

Diagnostics:

• Assess and perform acid base, ventilation, oxygenation, quality control and diagnostic procedures.

Assessment:

• Clinical and physical assessment to assure individualized patient focused therapy.

Documentation:

• Maintain records to provide complete clinical information and assure accurate patient charging.

Equipment:

• Select, assemble, assure proper function and perform quality control while maintaining infection control.

Education:

• Teach patients, family members or care givers;
• Provide learning opportunities for students and /or groups.

Requirements

• Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist or eligible.
• The incumbent must maintain a valid and current Mississippi Respiratory Care Practitioner License.
• This position must demonstrate the knowledge and skill to care for a wide range of patients, including; infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
• New incumbents must complete In Depth hospital orientation as well as Respiratory Care Department specific orientation and orientation to the Critical Care Units.

Requirements

• Licenses:
• Registered Respiratory Therapist and Advanced Cardiac Life Support.
• Education:
• Associates of Respiratory Therapy.