Respiratory Therapist

This position is Interim 

The Respiratory Therapist provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment of residents

with respiratory illnesses and diseases.

Essential Duties

1. Plans, implements and evaluates diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory services to

assist in the management of residents with cardiopulmonary and related disorders.

2. Operates, maintains and manages mechanical ventilators and equipment. Provides

technical support for equipment related to the practice of Respiratory Therapy.

3. Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations. Is knowledgeable of the

Medicare and Medicaid regulations and coverage decisions provided by CMS.

4. Provides Respiratory Therapy Services including but not limited to, application

and monitoring of:

a. Arterial blood gases

b. mechanical ventilator support

c. artificial airway care

d. bronchial hygiene

e. aerosol therapy

f. humidification therapy

g. suction therapy

h. tracheostomy care

i. tracheostomy tube changes

j. pharmacological agents related to respiratory care procedures

k. cardiopulmonary rehabilitation

l. emergent airway care, cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Education/Training: Graduate from an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy. Must

possess a current license in the state of current practice. Must have current CPR

certification.