Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

About the role

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) performs routine and critical respiratory care procedures under supervision, caring for neonatal to geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patient responses to respiratory care and medication therapy
• Setting up, maintaining, and documenting oxygen, aerosol, humidity, and ventilator therapies
• Providing ventilator support and airway management across all age groups
• Performing blood gas analyses and participating in quality controls
• Assisting with equipment maintenance, stocking supplies, and patient assessments
• Participating in all transport teams and evaluating patients for advanced therapies
• Potentially trained in endotracheal intubation and arterial line insertion

Qualifications and skills

Certification and relevant experience in respiratory care, proficiency in blood gas analysis, equipment management, and patient evaluation. Ability to work across diverse patient populations and perform critical procedures.