Respiratory Therapist - TBD, AL Local or Varies

Respiratory Therapist

• Provide intensive respiratory care and patient transport into and out of the facility as medically prescribed
• Evaluate patients and recommend treatment plans with minimal supervision
• 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
• Operate various oxygen and aerosol devices and nebulizer devices to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation
• Perform chest physiotherapy using various equipment to promote secretion clearance
• Perform suctioning 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 according to policy
• Assist with procedures 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 both emergent and non-emergent situations
• Perform arterial punctures and determine efficiency of ventilation while monitoring, recording, and reporting 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
• Set up and self-test 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 regarding treatments and patient responses on respiratory care records and patient charts
• Communicate with attending and pulmonary physicians concerning the efficiency of therapy administered
• Report 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 facility is a critical illness and rehabilitation specialty hospital dedicated to providing advanced care for patients with complex medical needs. The organization focuses on delivering high-quality respiratory and intensive care services, supporting patients through recovery from serious illnesses and injuries. The facility is equipped with modern ventilatory and diagnostic equipment to support a comprehensive range of respiratory therapy procedures.

Birmingham, AL

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