Wesley Medical Center is seeking a compassionate Respiratory Therapist to deliver high-quality respiratory care to patients across our acute and critical care units. In this role, you will perform assessments, administer treatments, manage ventilators and non-invasive ventilation, and respond to respiratory emergencies. You'll collaborate closely with physicians and nursing staff, contribute to care planning, and educate patients and families. Wesley offers a culture of care, teamwork, and professional growth, with opportunities to specialize and support community health in a dynamic, innovative hospital setting. Responsibilities Perform respiratory assessments and develop care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team Administer respiratory treatments, therapies, and medications per physician orders and protocols Set up, monitor, and adjust mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilation devices Obtain and interpret arterial blood gases and other diagnostic tests to guide therapy Respond to respiratory emergencies and rapid response calls, providing CPR and airway management Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions, equipment use, and home care strategies Document all assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in the EMRFollow infection control, safety, and regulatory standards in all aspects of care Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and allied health staff to optimize patient outcomes Participate in ongoing education, quality initiatives, and process improvements within the department Required Skills Ventilator management Arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis Respiratory assessment Nebulizer and airway therapy CPR and emergency response Patient and family education Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation Oxygen therapy and titration Non-invasive ventilation (Bi

PAP/CPAP

) Infection control and safety protocols