Respiratory Therapist (Reg)

Respiratory Therapist

Under the direction of the department director and guidance of the supervisor, administers all respiratory care modalities as ordered by physicians. Primary areas consist of critical care areas, NICU, emergency department, and general floor units. Other functions may include pulmonary function testing and bronchoscopies. Acts as charge therapist when needed. Able to deliver all respiratory modalities offered by the respiratory department. Able to become a preceptor for students and new respiratory staff.

Job Description

• Administer all respiratory care modalities as ordered by physicians
• Work in critical care areas, NICU, emergency department, and general floor units
• Perform pulmonary function testing and bronchoscopies
• Act as charge therapist when needed
• Deliver all respiratory modalities offered by the respiratory department
• Serve as a preceptor for students and new respiratory staff

Requirements

• One year of experience preferred
• Current RRT by the NBRC
• Required: BLS (Basic Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association), RT (Respiratory Therapist)
• Required: Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy

Special Skills

• NRP, ACCS, ACLS, CPFT preferred