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Respiratory Therapist

New Bedford, MA · On-site

$33.39 - $52.22/hr

Respiratory Therapist Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted 'Best Place to Work' for 6 years in a row! Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we ...

Respiratory Therapy

Respiratory Therapist

Hazard, KY · On-site

Knowledge of respiratory therapy procedures, equipment, and patient care practices. * Ability to perform diagnostic testing, therapeutic treatments, and patient education activities under appropriate ...

New Jersey Respiratory

Summary We are seeking Respiratory Therapists to join our team of healthcare professionals. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing and treating patients with respiratory and ...

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AspectResp TherapistRespiratory Care Technician
CredentialsAssociate's or Bachelor's degree, licensure, and certification (CRT or RRT)Post-secondary certificate or diploma, often no licensure required
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, respiratory therapy departmentsHospitals, nursing homes, home care settings
Job ResponsibilitiesAssess, treat, and manage patients with respiratory issues; perform diagnostic testsAssist with equipment, perform basic treatments, and support Resp Therapists

Respiratory Care Technicians typically support Resp Therapists by handling equipment and basic tasks, while Resp Therapists have advanced training to diagnose and develop treatment plans for patients with respiratory conditions.

What does a respiratory therapist do?

A respiratory therapist evaluates, treats, and manages patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. They operate medical equipment such as ventilators, perform diagnostic tests, and develop treatment plans, often working in hospitals, clinics, or emergency settings. Certification and knowledge of respiratory care techniques are essential for the role.

What jobs can a respiratory therapist get?

A respiratory therapist can work in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and home healthcare settings, providing care for patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary issues. They may hold roles such as respiratory care practitioner, pulmonary rehabilitation specialist, or ventilator therapy technician, often requiring certification and familiarity with medical equipment like ventilators and oxygen therapy devices.

Who gets paid more, registered nurse or respiratory therapist?

Registered nurses generally earn higher salaries than respiratory therapists, with RNs often making a higher median annual wage due to broader responsibilities and required education. Respiratory therapists typically have specialized training and certification, and their salaries are competitive within healthcare support roles, but usually lower than those of registered nurses.
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Respiratory Therapist

Paintsville, KY • On-site

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Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Respiratory Therapist

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the administration of services offered by the Respiratory Therapy Department.

Full time Day Shift

Responsibilities
  • Reads physician's orders to determine requirements for treatment.
  • Upon the request of a physician provides assessment of the patient and recommends appropriate respiratory care.
  • Takes and records pulse rate, respiratory rate, and breath sounds when patient is being treated.
  • Prepares patient for procedures and/or treatment by explaining treatment and/or procedures.
  • Delivers prescribed procedure and/or treatment to the patient.
  • Observes patient during treatments or procedures and monitors equipment to assure that proper function to maximize patient safety.
  • Notifies nursing department or physician of adverse reactions to treatment and documents reaction in patient's chart.
  • Prepares and maintains patient chart per departmental policy.
  • Inspects and tests all equipment prior to use.
  • Teaches in an in-service capacity.
  • Participates in Quality Assessment and Improvement for the Respiratory Therapy Department.
  • Orders medications, supplies and equipment.
  • Responds to all "Code Blues" to assist Medical personnel by administering urgent respiratory therapy.
  • Assigns cases to Respiratory Technicians and assures that procedures are performed in an efficient manner and per policy. Evaluates procedures and methods of Technicians.
  • Orients new Respiratory Technicians.
  • Interviews applicants and recommends hiring, promotion, disciplining, and termination of Respiratory Therapy Technicians.
  • Solves technical problems and answer questions for Respiratory Therapy Technicians.
  • Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy.

Certified by American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC).

Supervisory experience in Respiratory Therapy preferred.

POSITION PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess the physical ability needed to exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally; and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently; and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for light work.

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