A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.
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Provide all phases of respiratory care and services to patients, including assessment, airway management, ventilation, and education.
Clinical Practice:
Use clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice to develop and implement patient care plans.
Professionalism:
Act as a patient advocate, respect patient rights, and seek appropriate assistance to address ethical dilemmas.
Collaboration:
Work effectively as part of a team and communicate effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
Qualifications:
Graduate of AMA Respiratory Technician program and successful completion of Registry examination. Flexible in schedule to meet the needs of the patient on a 24-hour basis.
License/Certification:
Current Basic CPR certification. Must have current Indiana Respiratory Practitioner's certification. Willing to obtain ACLS, PALS, and NRP certification. License and status must be maintained according to state, AARC, and NBRC guidelines, failure to do so may result in change of status or termination if employee can not fulfill the duties of their job description. Please note that the salary information provided on the career site for this position opening may not necessarily reflect the accurate compensation associated with the role. We encourage candidates to inquire further and engage in direct communication with Union Health for comprehensive salary details. As an EOE/AA employer, Union Hospital, Inc. will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.
