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Certified Respiratory Therapy - Respiratory Therapy - Part Time
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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.
$59,074 / year median in Louisiana
+13% projected growth
Job Description
- Respiratory Therapy
- Part Time The insights provided are generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Please independently verify any critical information before relying on it. Certified Respiratory Therapy
- Respiratory Therapy
- Part Time The insights provided are generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies.
Description Description Summary:
Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans.Responsibilities:
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS
Competencies:
Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Include, but are not limited to: Emergency (Code Blue and White) response; Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning; Delivery of aerosolized drugs; Ventilator management (i.e.: setup and operation); Oral hygiene; Airway retaining device placement and maintenance; Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices; Oxygen delivery devices and therapeutic monitoring; Chest film analysis; Bloodgas collection and analysis; EKG analysis; Accurate and complete documentation; Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary; Participate in CAP and JC surveys. RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader.Advanced practice skills may include:
Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2; Pulmonary Function Testing; Bronchoscopy assist; Hemodynamic Monitoring; Waveform analysis; Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies);Job Requirements:
Education/Skills See licensure and/or certification requirements Experience 2- 3 years of experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications RCP License in the state of employment required BLS required CRT thru the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required In accordance with the