Respiratory Therapist Position Available In Scotland, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: Scotland Health Care System is hiring a Respiratory Therapist to perform respiratory therapeutics, diagnostic studies, and implement treatment plans. Duties include identifying patients, explaining procedures, and assessing pathophysiology. Qualifications include an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy, with preferred certifications in ACLS, NRP, and experience with ventilators and ABGs.
Job Description
Scotland Health Care System is seeking a highly qualified Respiratory Care Practitioner! The Respiratory Therapist performs all aspects of respiratory therapeutics. Performs diagnostic studies including ABGs, Cooximetry, EKGs, etc. Able to implement and maintain TDPs. Performs other duties as assigned.
Some duties include:
Using hospital approved methods to positively identify patients, taking the time to explain the procedure/test to the patient to minimize patient fears and apprehensions. Assessing pathophysiology as related to ventilatory status, pulmonary mechanics, oxygenation, and acid-base balance and implementing appropriate therapeutic or support modalities, taking into consideration indications, contraindications, and hazards of specific therapeutic or support interventions.
Qualifications Include:
Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Preferred:
Asthma Education certificate Certifications required: Credentialed Respiratory Therapist State Licensure, Basic Life Support Preferred at hire:
ACLS, NRP
Experience with Ventilators, Bipap, ABG’s
