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What they do
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.
$71,651 / year median in New Mexico
+14% projected growth
Job Description
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The Respiratory Therapist (CRT), under general supervision from the Respiratory Clinical Manager, is responsible for all general respiratory care duties as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, which includes the administration of aerosol therapy, arterial blood analysis, ECG's, pulmonary function screening, oxygen administration, and incentive spirometry. Intensive care experience must include, but is not limited to, arterial line management, ventilator maintenance and troubleshooting, intubation and extubation of patients and blood gas lab operations. The Respiratory Therapist (CRT) is responsible for completing all duties as assigned.Job Requirements:
Education:
- Associate's Degree or Certificate in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy required.
Experience:
- Minimum of two (2) years' Respiratory Therapy experience, including experience in a critical care capacity, is required.
- Required Licensure/Certification(s):
- Current New Mexico License to practice Respiratory Care required.
- Current Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) Certification required. Those who had credentialed as a CRT and meet the requirements for a NM RT License are eligible for hire.
- Completion of ACLS within three (3) months of hire.