Respiratory Therapist

JOB SUMMARY This position is responsible for providing respiratory care to patients of all ages utilizing accepted procedures and techniques. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Performs patient assessment and routine respiratory care procedures Interprets diagnostic information and clinical laboratory data and administers appropriate and effective therapy as indicated Utilizes and applies technical specifications and applications of respiratory therapy equipment and modalities Evaluates patient’s oxygenation and ventilatory status through the interpretation of laboratory data and establishes and maintains appropriate ventilatory parameters Transports patients safely that require airway management and/or mechanical ventilation Communicates regularly with respiratory care practitioners, nurses, physicians and other members of the health care team to foster continuity of care Performs charting and documentation that is complete and accurate Communicates changes in patient care or status to the appropriate physician and/or nursing staff member Changes equipment per department policy Performs invasive respiratory therapy procedures Maintains current knowledge of respiratory care practice Maintains mandatory current life support certifications such as ACLS, NRP, BLS and PALS where applicable If working in Emergency Room, may perform the following: vital signs, 12 lead ECG, skin and wound care, assists with orthopedic and suture procedures, peripheral phlebotomy, IV insertion for saline lock, foley insertion and point-of-care testing. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Minimum of two (2) years experience as a respiratory therapist is required Knowledge and understanding of technical specifications and applications of respiratory equipment and modalities Demonstrates ability and willingness to function in multiple clinical areas Strong organizational and problem-solving skills Ability to interpret clinical data for the establishment and implementation of appropriate patient treatment Ability to effectively interact with patients and other health care team personnel in a courteous and professional manner Strong oral and written communication skills Ability to speak and write in English is required Ability to speak and write in both English and Arabic is preferred EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program, or equivalent, is required Current national license is required Current BLS certification is required Current ACLS or PALS certification is required Master’s degree in a relevant clinical field is preferred Current CPR is preferred Show more Show less