Respiratory Therapist - TBD, VA Local or Varies

Respiratory Therapist

• 36 hours per week
• Provide intensive respiratory care and patient transport into and out of the facility as medically prescribed
• Evaluate patients and recommend treatment plans
• Explain purpose and procedure of treatments, tests, and equipment to patients and provide necessary education upon discharge
• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments operating various ventilatory equipment, both invasive and non-invasive, along with oxygen and aerosol devices and nebulizer devices
• Perform chest physiotherapy using various equipment to promote secretion clearance
• Perform suctioning of patients via oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal methods
• Perform oximetry and capnography monitoring according to policy
• Conduct routine review of patient chest X-rays to determine need for further evaluation
• Perform 12-Lead EKG and basic arrhythmia recognition
• Perform pulmonary function studies including NIF and VC
• Assist with procedures related to respiratory care including Bronchoscopy, Perc Trachs, and Chest Tube placement
• Perform adequate drainage of chest via PleurX catheter or similar device where applicable
• Perform tracheostomy care including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes in emergent and non-emergent situations
• Perform arterial puncture and determine efficiency of ventilation with monitoring, recording, and reporting of test results
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to BLS and ACLS guidelines
• Perform insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes via free hand technique and/or video laryngoscope system
• Perform setup and self-test on all ventilatory equipment and operate, maintain, and monitor mechanical ventilation on various types of equipment
• Assist in facilitating preventative maintenance and repair of equipment as needed
• Record all pertinent information of treatments and patient responses on respiratory care records and patient charts
• Communicate with attending and pulmonary physicians concerning the efficiency of therapy administered
• Report all necessary information during walking rounds for shift-to-shift handoff communication
• Maintain accurate respiratory therapy charging including data entry, verification, and correction of errors

This specialty hospital focuses on critical illness and rehabilitation, providing comprehensive respiratory care services within a dedicated inpatient setting. The facility supports a multidisciplinary approach to patient care, offering advanced respiratory therapy resources and equipment to manage complex cases. The organization is committed to high-quality patient outcomes and fosters collaboration between respiratory therapists and attending physicians to optimize therapy effectiveness.

Hampton Roads, VA

Hampton Roads offers a vibrant coastal lifestyle with access to beautiful beaches, rich military history, and a diverse cultural scene across its many interconnected cities. The region boasts a strong sense of community, a thriving arts and dining scene, and abundant outdoor recreation opportunities along the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean.