Respiratory Therapist - Home Care works in a home care environment and 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 Respiratory Therapist - Home Care treats patients with pressure breathing, mechanical ventilation, positive pressure breathing, humidity/medicated aerosol therapy, medical gas administration, pulmonary drainage procedures, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Also measures the lung capacity of a patient to determine if there is an impairment. Additionally, Respiratory Therapist - Home Care operates oxygen and other therapeutic gas and mist equipment. Requires a credential of Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Requires an associate's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Respiratory Therapist - Home Care'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)
JOB SUMMARY
Provides respiratory therapy services for inpatient and outpatient services for WhidbeyHealth Medical Center according to NBRC and AARC and Washington State OH guidelines.
PRINCIPLE FUNCTIONS include the following, other duties may be assigned:
JOB KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Graduate of accredited Respiratory Therapy Programs OR has passed the NBRC Entry-level licensure test.
Must have a current Washington State license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. Must have current BLS card. Must have current ACLS card. Must have current NRP card.
Training and Experience
One year experience as a Respiratory Therapist required.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Current WA state licensure.
Benefit Information and Wage Transparancy: |
WhidbeyHealth Employees who work a 0.5 FTE or higher are categorized as, “benefit eligible”. |
Click here for benefit information. Wage Range: $31.027 - $57.020 |
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