Registered Respiratory Therapist - Pulmonary

About the role

Provides cardiopulmonary diagnostic and respiratory therapeutic support for hospital and outpatient patients, including testing, treatment, and ventilatory support.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain respiratory equipment
• Assist in patient assessments
• Support respiratory therapies
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols
• Perform diagnostic testing
• Administer respiratory treatments
• Support ventilatory needs
• Obtain necessary certifications (ACLS, NRP, PALS)

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree or certification as Respiratory Therapy Technician/Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Current New Mexico licensure
• CPR certification
• ACLS preferred
• One to three years of respiratory care experience

Skills

• Strong clinical knowledge
• Ability to operate medical equipment
• Effective communication
• Teamwork skills

Benefits

• Educational development opportunities
• Safety programs
• Shift differentials
• Malpractice insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Access to electronic charting systems