Respiratory Therapist

Pediatric Specialty Care currently seeks Respiratory Therapists

The role of the Respiratory Therapist is to work with a patient. This position helps patients manage their pulmonary disease in a more effective and efficient manner to improve quality of everyday living.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following; other duties may be assigned.

• Respiratory Therapist are to:
• Maintains an understanding of the subject matter as set forth during orientation and training.
• Monitors patient’s physiological responses to therapy and testing procedures through patient vital signs and physiological signs and symptoms.
• Respiratory Therapist must maintain a level of knowledge to interact with and retrieve chart information through an electronic medical records system
• Demonstrates knowledge and confidence in subject matter related to the CROM (Comprehensive Respiratory Outcome Management) program and disease management, including but not limited to:
• Disease education for chronic respiratory conditions
• Medication adherence
• Pulmonary rehabilitation
• Nutrition and general wellness
• Respiratory device usage (CPAP, BIPAP, etc.)
• Ability to educate patients, caregivers and other healthcare professionals (for in services or as needed)
• Demonstrates respiratory care procedures to trainees and other health care personnel.
• Self-driven and accountable to provide great patient care and attention to detail.
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All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.