Evaluates patients through interviews, limited physical examinations, and conducting diagnostic tests; consults with physician to address patient care respiratory therapy needs.
Operates and monitors respiratory equipment such as continuous and intermittent ventilators, medical gas delivery apparatus, incentive breathing/hyperinflation devices, environmental control systems and aerosol devices.
Administers medical gases, humidification, aerosols, and respiratory medications; maintains clearance of patient's natural and artificial airways; obtains blood samples and interprets blood gas data; and provides emergency cardiopulmonary assistance.
Monitors patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Educates patient and family members on the use of ventilators and other life-support systems, breathing exercises, and use of medications.
Inspects, sanitizes, tests, and maintains respiratory equipment. Maintains applicable records and documentation. Ensures compliance with workplace safety, environmental, and/or infection control practices.
The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.
Physical and Environmental Demands
Requirements
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) from the American Heart Association. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Benefits
Health insurance
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Job Requisition ID:
R00051113
Job Category:
Allied Health
Organization:
Adult Respiratory Therapy
Location/s:
Main Campus Jackson
Job Title:
Respiratory Therapist-Adult Hospital
Job Summary:
To evaluate and administer therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory care and life support to patients with breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders. To consult with physicians concerning the development and modification of patient care plans.
Education & Experience
Certifications, Licenses, or Registration required:
Respiratory Care Practitioner from Mississippi Department of Health. Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care. Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association.
Ummc · Jackson, MS