Respiratory Therapist Eve/Day

Overview

Provides bedside respiratory care to patients as assigned by supervisors and treated on the physician's order for both in-house and out-patients. Working under the direction of the Director of Cardio-pulmonary Services. Performs the duties and tasks of a Respiratory Care practitioner encompassed within the license granted by the state of RI.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic respiratory: including HHN, IS, CPT, MDI, IPPB, Flutter & EZPAP
• Member of Code Team and MET team
• Familiar with measuring devices: pulse ox, Wrights, blenders, analyzers
• Familiar with CPAP/Bi-pap setup, maintenance and administration
• Participates in staff meetings, attends lectures, conferences and seminars
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment
• Continuously displays a "can do" attitude within the department and across departmental lines to contribute to the overall customer service program

Qualifications

Graduate of accredited School of Respiratory Therapy with credential of Registered Respiratory Therapist or credential of a Certified Respiratory Therapist with eighteen months to obtain RRT credential.

Licensure

• BLS and a current RI license