Respiratory Therapist

Job Details

Job Location:

Convalarium Care Center - Dublin, OH 43016

Position Type:
Full-Time Education Level: Associates Degree Salary Range: $45.00 - $48.00 Hourly Travel Percentage:
None Job Shift: Second Shift The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for assessing, treating, and caring for patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders in a healthcare, long-term care, or acute care setting. This role involves providing therapeutic respiratory care, administering oxygen therapy, managing ventilators, and performing diagnostic tests to evaluate lung function. The Respiratory Therapist works closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to create individualized treatment plans and ensure the best possible care for patients with respiratory conditions.

• Assess patients' respiratory conditions by evaluating medical history, conducting physical exams, and interpreting diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gases, pulmonary function tests, and chest X-rays.
• Collaborate with physicians and the healthcare team to develop treatment plans for patients with chronic respiratory diseases, acute conditions, or post-operative recovery needs.

• Administer therapeutic treatments, including oxygen therapy, aerosol medications, bronchodilators, and chest physiotherapy to improve lung function and oxygenation.
• Manage ventilators and non-invasive ventilation devices, ensuring they are set correctly to meet the patient’s respiratory needs.
• Provide airway management, including suctioning, intubation assistance, and tracheostomy care, when necessary.

• Monitor patients’ responses to respiratory treatments and adjust therapy based on clinical findings and patient progress.
• Record and document patient assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes accurately in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
• Regularly assess the function of respiratory equipment and ensure proper maintenance and calibration.

• Educate patients and their families on managing respiratory conditions, such as asthma, COPD, or sleep apnea, at home.
• Provide instruction on the use of inhalers, nebulizers, and oxygen therapy equipment, as well as techniques for deep breathing exercises and other strategies to improve respiratory function.

• Respond to respiratory emergencies, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), airway obstruction, and acute respiratory failure, ensuring rapid intervention and coordination with the medical team.
• Assist in stabilizing and managing patients during medical emergencies, including trauma or cardiac events, by providing respiratory support and ventilation.

• Perform pulmonary function tests (PFTs) to assess lung capacity, volume, and airflow.
• Conduct arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis to measure oxygen, carbon dioxide levels, and acid-base balance.
• Interpret diagnostic test results and report findings to physicians for treatment planning.

• Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective communication regarding patient care plans and respiratory treatments.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care team meetings and contribute to discussions about patient progress, treatment goals, and care coordination.

• Education:
  
  Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program.
• Licensure:
  Current and active Respiratory Therapist license. Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification required.
• Experience:
  
  Previous experience in a healthcare or acute care setting is preferred, but new…