Respiratory Care Practitioner (CRT)

About the Role

Provides respiratory therapy evaluation and care, administering prescribed services in accordance with physician orders, department policies, and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs, develop and implement care plans, monitor patient condition, and perform advanced respiratory care modalities.
• Evaluate treatment effectiveness, administer medications, and adjust care based on patient outcomes.
• Educate patients and families about health conditions and community resources.
• Maintain and calibrate equipment, manage supplies, and ensure proper sterilization procedures.
• Respond to medical emergencies and rapid response situations, maintaining safety at all times.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), and Respiratory Care Practitioner license in Missouri.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Physical stamina for frequent standing, lifting, and moving.
• Attention to safety.