3 registered respiratory therapist jobs found

Healthier Communities. Healthiest Lives. Together. GENERAL SUMMARY: Registered Respiratory Therapists deliver both routine and critical care services for the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory dysfunction, including, but not limited to oxygen and aerosol therapy, respiratory care treatments, pulmonary diagnostic procedures, airway management, ventilator management, patient assessment and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The Registered Respiratory Therapist works independently in all areas of the hospital. They take an active role in planning departmental operations as needed. Registered Respiratory Therapists provide the practice of the profession of respiratory therapy, which is undertaken pursuant to the direction of a duly licensed physician. This is defined as the performance of Cardio-Pulmonary evaluation, respiratory therapy treatment techniques, and education of the patient, family and public. Registered respiratory therapists may supervise respiratory therapy...

JOB SUMMARY The Registered Respiratory Therapist at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for providing comprehensive respiratory care services to a diverse patient population, adhering to hospital policies and regulatory standards. The therapist will offer direct respiratory care as prescribed by physicians, manage equipment and documentation, and contribute to the overall mission of the hospital by ensuring patient safety and satisfaction. Effective communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills are crucial, given the extensive contact with various stakeholders including patients, staff, and physicians. JOB FUNCTIONS Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents quality Respiratory Therapy services to patients in accordance with hospital policies/procedures and criterion established by various legal and regulatory accrediting bodies. Provides direct respiratory care to patients as prescribed by the...

Therapeutic Modalities: Ventilatory management, recommend and administer therapeutic regime. Airway Management. Diagnostic: Assess and perform acid base, ventilation, oxygenation, quality control and diagnostic procedures. Assessment: Clinical and physical assessment to assure individualized patient focused therapy. Documentation: Maintain records to provide complete clinical information and assure accurate patient charting and charging. Equipment: Select, assemble, assure proper function and perform quality control while maintaining infection control. Education: The incumbent will serve as an instructor to students and individuals or groups upon request Job Knowledge: Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist, this credential must be maintained with the NBRC. The incumbent must maintain a valid and current Respiratory Care Practitioner License in the state in which the facility is located . This position must demonstrate the...