Respiratory Therapist

Job Summary

To evaluate and administer therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory care and life support to patients with breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders. To consult with physicians concerning the development and modification of patient care plans.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients through interviews, limited physical examinations, and conducting diagnostic tests; consults with physician to address patient care respiratory therapy needs.
• Operates and monitors respiratory equipment such as continuous and intermittent ventilators, medical gas delivery apparatus, incentive breathing/hyperinflation devices, environmental control systems and aerosol devices.
• Administers medical gases, humidification, aerosols, and respiratory medications; maintains clearance of patient's natural and artificial airways; obtains blood samples and interprets blood gas data; and provides emergency cardiopulmonary assistance.
• Maintains applicable records and documentation. Ensures compliance with workplace safety, environmental, and/or infection control practices.

Requirements

• Certifications, Licenses, or Registration required: Respiratory Care Practitioner from Mississippi Department of Health. Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care. Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association.
• PREFERRED: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) from the American Heart Association. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care.