Respiratory Therapist Job Description
Respiratory therapist
provides high quality patient care considering age specific, developmental and cultural needs through competent practice and application of the respiratory care practice process.
Respiratory Therapist Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective respiratory therapist job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included respiratory therapist job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements
Participates in the transfer of equipment and supplies to and from other Cardiopulmonary Departments as necessary
Initiates and monitors ventilator support including equipment monitoring
Performs preventive maintenance and safety testing of equipment and reports issues as appropriate
Responsible for assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and education of patients with cardiopulmonary impairment as directed by the physician
Assures the department has an adequate supply of clean, calibrated equipment and disposable supplies
Mayperform pulmonary diagnostic procedures while maintaining quality control in the pulmonary diagnostic equipment according to CLIA, Joint Commission, American Thoracic Society and department policies and procedures
Help patients accomplish treatment plans and supports life by administering inhalants
Administer respiratory therapy treatments by performing bronchopulmonary drainage
Evaluate effects of respiratory therapy treatment plan by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress
Respiratory Therapist Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Respiratory Therapist
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP, CPR, NBRC, CRT, AHA, NPR
Education for Respiratory Therapist
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the respiratory therapist job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Associate and Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Care, Respiratory Therapy, Education, Associates, Graduate, Technical, Science, Healthcare, Medical, Performance
Skills for Respiratory Therapist
Desired skills for respiratory therapist include:
Her age-specific needs
Developments
Practices
Current trends
To provide the care needed as described in the unit’s/area’s/department’s policies and procedures
Equipment
Various methods of oxygen delivery
Human growth and development
Assessment
Clinical aspects of Respiratory Care
Desired experience for respiratory therapist includes:
Complete discharge planning by consulting with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other health care workers
Assure continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs
Maintain patient confidence and protects hospital operations by keeping information confidential
Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols
Perform assessments and therapeutic modalities as ordered or directed by a physician
Support criteria set for appropriate resident care and respiratory care services
Respiratory Therapist Examples
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Respiratory Therapist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is hiring for a respiratory therapist. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for respiratory therapist
- Administers respiratory care and O2 therapy modalities to patient following physician order or protocol
- Assists physician with bronchoscopy at bedside, fluoroscopy and GI Lab
- Demonstrates/models the hospital`s core values and customer service behaviors in interaction with all customers
- Educate patients and families about respiratory care
- Perform a variety of diagnostic procedures such as, but not limited to pulmonary function tests, oximetry, spirometry, and other measurements
- Coordinate with physician and nursing staff in planning and implementing patient plan of care
- Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of contemporary Respiratory Therapy principles
- Maintain supply and inventory for respiratory care
- Orders repairs when needed
- Provide in-house Respiratory Therapy coverage as assigned
Qualifications for respiratory therapist
- 2+ years of related Respiratory Therapy experience
- 2 years hospital experience in Respiratory Therapy preferred
- Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Education Program, CoARC, JRCRTE, or CAAHEP
- 1 year of respiratory therapy experience, preferred
- Optimum age-specific respiratory care
- Graduate of AMA approved therapist training program
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Job Description Example
Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of respiratory therapist. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for respiratory therapist
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of current techniques, developments, and issues in respiratory care through attendance at educational meetings, lectures, and conferences
- Provides instruction to patients and/or caregivers on the proper use of equipment and/or respiratory care procedures
- Ensures patients and/or caregivers can effectively operate and maintain equipment
- Provides and operates various types of respiratory care equipment including but not limited to oxygen therapy, nebulization therapy, apnea monitoring, suctioning, PAP, invasive and non-invasive ventilation
- Responsible for accurate data entry on monitoring websites for certain respiratory equipment
- Removing the catheters at the end of the experiments and administering medication for pain or anxiety as needed
- Scanning experiments will take place up to several times per week
- BLS, NRP, PALS, Code Blue, Trauma must be completed within six months of employment
- Missouri Licensure required upon date of hire
- Kansas Licensure must be obtained within 6 months of date of hire
Qualifications for respiratory therapist
- One – two years clinical experience minimum
- Experience in neonatal care is preferred
- Graduated from an accredited school for Respiratory Care, recognized by the NBRC
- Apply scientific knowledge
- Must be capable of performing CPR without limitation and respond to all emergent situations to manage respiratory status
- Current registration through the National Board for Respiratory Care within 6 months of hire
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Job Description Example
Our company is looking for a respiratory therapist. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for respiratory therapist
- Performs cardiopulmonary assessment at least once per shift with therapy
- Documentation reflects current patient assessment, intervention and evaluation
- Assists in c-sections to support infant
- Patient education, updates to the Care Plan, flowsheet information, MAR, and other pertinent information completed and documented in Excellian
- Responds to emergency situation/codes immediately and performs in a calm and professional manner
- Able to assess change in patients condition and respond appropriately
- Collaborates with nursing staff in providing inservices related to respiratory care
- Takes direction from physician regarding treatment parameters
- Identifies appropriate community resources for follow-up care
- Takes initiative in assisting other members of care delivery team
Qualifications for respiratory therapist
- Active Respiratory Therapist license
- Must possess a minimum of one-year experience, preferably experience in both neonatal and adult critical care areas
- Current NRP certification upon hire or obtain within 6 months of hire (Required for Avista, Castle Rock, Littleton, Parker, St
- Current ACLS certification form American Heart Association upon hire or obtain within 6 months of hire
- Current PALS certification upon hire or obtain within 6 months of hire
- Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapist training program
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Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of respiratory therapist. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for respiratory therapist
- Provides direct supervision for respiratory therapy students
- Set up and operate devices such as basic oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilators, CPAP/Bi-level support, NIPPV, high flow oxygen therapy in accordance with department policy and procedures
- Maintains all necessary patient and department records on the electronic medical record and medical administration record
- Skills will be reviewed in annual performance appraisal
- Provides verbal report including diagnosis, significant past medical history, reason(s) for admission, treatment goals and plans, patient’s response to treatment, and suggestions to optimize patient’s treatment plan
- Responsible for routine patient follow-up contacts based on individual needs
- Prepares and maintains a record for each patient containing all pertinent information, care plans, physician prescriptions and follow-up documentation
- Consults with referring physician regarding patient treatment, medical condition, home environment, and Plan of Care
- Participates in ongoing education and training sessions regarding respiratory patient care
- Assist with patient scheduling as needed
Qualifications for respiratory therapist
- While performing the major responsibilities of this position, the incumbent must be able to regularly sit, stand or walk, and occasionally reach for prolonged periods of time
- Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in written communication, oral communication, interpersonal relations, customer service, decision making, problem solving, and teamwork
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
- Massachusetts state licensure in Respiratory Therapy
- Ability to participate in a rotational after-hours on call schedule
- Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (LRCP) from the State of Nebraska required
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Job Description Example
Our company is looking to fill the role of respiratory therapist. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for respiratory therapist
- Participates in checking for safety, care and cleaning of equipment and maintenance of thedepartment
- Keeps informed of new developments in respiratory therapy procedures and programs
- The installation of respiratory therapist equipment and provision of all needed supplies and products to the patients of American HomePatient in accordance with established policies and procedures
- The maintenance of records, charting, progress notes, clinical files, equipment records, preventative maintenance records, and other necessary documentation as required by American HomePatient policy and procedures and by other regulatory agencies
- Taking the appropriate steps to inform all parties concerned regarding patient and equipment status, and emphasizing good patient care
- Assists in the orientation of staff technicians and therapists and other heatlh care personnel
- Attend and participare in department meetings, conferences and inservices
- Monitor ventilatory volumes, pressures, temperature, humidity, inspired oxygen tensions, blood gas levels
- Provide diagnostic testing for patients with cardiopulmonary difficulties
- Provide professional Respiratory care for assigned patients in Home Health
Qualifications for respiratory therapist
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook preferred
- Training in laboratory devices (e.g., blood gas analyzers, glucometer, activated clotting time analyzer, ) preferred
- Ability to work independently part of a team and possess excellent customer service skills
- RRT issued by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)
- 1 year of adult critical care RT experience in an acute care facility
- Respiratory Therapist license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required