Respiratory Therapist | Days

Job description

Summary Administers respiratory therapy and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system, under supervision of the Director of Respiratory Services, Manager of Respiratory Care, and the Medical Director of Respiratory Care. Cares for patients from simple to complex, neonate to geriatrics, with multi system issues in a safe and therapeutic environment. Education: Graduate with an Associate's degree from an American Medical Association approved school for Respiratory Care. Certification, Registration & Licensure: C ertification required: Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification, or equivalent course credentialed by American Heart Association. . NRP required within 6 months of hire. Licensure required: Current New Hampshire State Respiratory Care license, and m ust be registry eligible through the NBRC and is required to have RRT credentials at time of hire Experience: None: Responsibilities: Performs initial and ongoing patient assessments and adapts to changing clinical conditions. Administers medication to patients. Documents care provided and patient's progress toward attainment of de...