Registered Respiratory Therapist

The Registered Respiratory Therapist performs therapeutic treatments, modalities, and tests on pulmonary patients; assists physician with invasive procedures; maintains equipment and supplies for areas of responsibility; functions overall as a team member to ensure smooth and efficient operations and patient flow; and, is proficient in all modalities in the Pulmonary Function Lab.

Primary Responsibilities: Assesses patient and record health history, v.s, performs testing as ordered (PFTs); collects specimens, properly labeling and documenting for lab; makes appropriate documentation as needed to patient charts for tests and procedures done; and, schedules diagnostic test referrals and specialistsProvides timely direct patient care; provides patient education instructions as necessary; and, screens patient's questions and concerns; consults Physician and returns callsPrepares patients…