Respiratory Therapist RRT - PRN Night Shift

POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the Director of Respiratory Therapy's direct supervision, the Respiratory Therapist RRT is responsible for administering therapeutic and diagnostic procedures to patients with respiratory disorders, including patients requiring intensive care treatment.
JOB-SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Administers medical gases, humidifiers, medications, and aerosols for therapeutic and diagnostic purposes.
• Provides basic patient education.
• Follows verbal and written orders from physicians in administering drugs and medications to the cardiopulmonary system of patients.
• Develops effective treatment plans.
• Evaluates the treatment program and results and take appropriate action.
• Performs basic assessments of Arterial Blood gases, Pulmonary Function Testing, EKG, and chest X-rays.
• Performs basic interpretation of Arterial Blood gases, Pulmonary Function Testing, EKG, and chest x-rays.
• Communicates with the Director of Respira...