Respiratory Care Practitioner
Job Description
The Respiratory Care Practitioner provides respiratory therapy services to patients with cardiopulmonary conditions. This role assesses patient needs, administers treatments, and collaborates with healthcare teams to optimize respiratory care outcomes.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy.
- Active Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
- 3+ years of clinical respiratory care experience.
Responsibilities Duties:
Key Responsibilities
- Assess and monitor respiratory status.
- Administer oxygen therapy and respiratory treatments.
- Operate and maintain respiratory equipment.
- Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans.
- Document patient care activities accurately.
- Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff.