Respiratory Therapist

Responsibilities for Respiratory Therapist

• Perform assessments and diagnostic procedures to determine patient treatment needs
• Make recommendations for respiratory care and treatment
• Perform treatment procedures according to patient needs
• Modify care plan based on patient progress and treatment effectiveness
• Operate, maintain, and repair respiratory equipment to ensure proper functioning, cleanliness, and operation
• Comply with all outlined safety and health standards
• Document patient's respiratory care
• Educate the patient, family, and team on respiratory problems and treatment

Qualifications for Respiratory Therapist

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care from an accredited respiratory care program
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist license in state of practice
• 1 year of experience in respiratory therapy
• Working knowledge of respiratory equipment and medical supplies
• Strong leadership skills and a professional attitude
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for terminally ill patients/families
• Familiar with safety and confidentiality standards
• Comfortable working independently