Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job Summary:

Assess and provide necessary treatment for all ages of patients related to respiratory, and/or cardiac difficulties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Draw blood for ABG, understanding and using related machines.

• Perform EKG, SVN treatments and BiPAP/CPAP therapy.

• Administer proper drug and oxygen therapy

• Provide and maintain ventilation equipment

• Evaluate patients regarding auscultation, SAO2 readings and oral interview techniques.

• Assist with intubations.

• Perform outpatient studies as needed.

• Participate in patient education.

• Maintain all records pertinent to patient care.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• As assigned.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES:

• Requires thorough knowledge of the cardiopulmonary system.

• Skills as required for RRT/CRT license.

AGE-RELATED COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.

Information Management: Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.

Risk Management/Quality Management/Safety: Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations.

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory program recognized by the NBRC and AARC.

• Work Experience

• N/A

• Training - per licensure.

• License/Certification

• Current State of New Mexico CRT and/or RRT; BLS and ACLS certifications required.

ENVIROMENTAL CONDITIONS: Work environment consists of daily patient contact, which may include exposure to blood, or other body fluids.