Registered Respiratory Therapist

Company: SSM Health
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: April 9, 2021

Job Description:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assesses patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.
• Responsible for providing respiratory care services in accordance with specific physician's orders, department policies and procedures and guidelines.
• Implements and monitors patient care plan and equipment. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition. Performs advanced respiratory care modalities.
• Evaluates respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.
• Educates the patient and family about the health condition and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.
• Assists with care, calibration and maintenance of all equipment. Participates in maintaining departmental inventory levels for supplies and equipment. Processes equipment per established cleaning/sterilization procedures.
• Responds to Medical Emergencies and Rapid Responses.
• Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATION
  • Associate's degree or equivalent years of experience and education.EXPERIENCE
    • No experience required.

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