Certified Respiratory Therapist assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases. Being a Certified Respiratory Therapist also measures the lung capacity of a patient to determine if there is an impairment. Requires an associate degree and a credential of Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT). Additionally, Certified Respiratory Therapist may be expected to maintain a CPR certification. Typically reports to a manager. Certified Respiratory Therapist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
REQUIREMENTS: VOCATIONAL/TECHNICAL. MUST BE CERTIFIED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST OR REGISTERED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST WITH NATIONAL BOARD OF RESPIRATORY CARE. BLS. NRP-PART-TIME AND FULL-TIME STATUS ONLY, DUE WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF EMPLOYMENT. 1-3 YEARS EXPERIENCE. AT LEAST ONE YEAR CLINICAL EXPERIENCE IN THE CARDIOPULMONARY DEPARTMENT IS PREFERRED. MUST MAINTAIN CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMS WITH THE NATIONAL BOARD OF RESPIRATORY CARE AND THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA.
JOB SUMMARY: PERFORMS ROUTINE RESPIRATORY THERAPY PROCEDURES ON ADULT AND PEDIATRIC PATIENTS WITH PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT AND COMMITMENT. MAINTAINS ACCURATE MEDICAL AND DEPARTMENTAL RECORDS. ABIDES BY ALL RULES, DIRECTIVES, POLICIES AND PROCEDURES. ASSURES QUALITY CARE AND SAFETY FOR PATIENTS. ADMINISTERS MEDICATIONS AND PERFORMS LIFE SUSTAINING MEASURES AND SUPPORT. PERFORMS CARDIOPULMONARY DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND ELECTRONEURO DIAGNOSTIC