Respiratory Therapist - Pulmonary Medicine [Per Diem]

Job description

Job Title: Respiratory Therapist Department: RGH Pulmonary Medicine Location: Joseph C Wilson Medical Building- 800 Carter Street Rochester, NY 14621 Hours Per Week: As scheduled Schedule: D ays, Monday- Friday 730am to 4pm SUMMARY: As a Registered Respiratory Therapist, your knowledge, strong attention to detail, compassion and analytical capabilities ensure meaningful, personalized care for each respiratory patient. Pulmonary medicine at Rochester Regional Health involves the causes, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of diseases affecting the lungs. RESPONSIBILITIES: Patient Care - Review and evaluate history, physical exams, current vital signs, admission and current respiratory care orders for each patient; advise providers on appropriate respiratory care procedure and techniques . Planning & Documentation - Initiate and update respiratory care plan for all patients per department policy and procedure; work collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team to implement the plan of care; monitor and document all pertinent clinical parameters and assessments on all assigned patients; modify treatment techniques based on patient response . Education & Communication - Pro...