Job description
Respiratory Therapist
Instructs in the administration of respiratory care to patients in accordance with the written or verbal prescription of a physician. Provides respiratory therapy services for patients and their families using applicable techniques. Maintains and/or revises the patient's plan of care with goals mutually established with the patient and family. Arranges for other company services necessary to meet the patient's needs. Coordinates care with other active caregivers. Records all care provided following accepted standards of practice and using the appropriate forms. Reports all pertinent observations and changes to the Clinical Coordinator. Observes patients during therapy and maintains equipment in operation to insure proper functioning, quality control and infection control standards. Instructs in the administration of physician prescribed medications to respiratory tract using established and approved techniques. Evaluates effectiveness of therapy administered and communicates with Clinical Coordinator concerning patient's condition and therapy administered. Reports patient information, status and patient requirements to supervisor. Takes action to enhance knowledge and techniques by participating in training sessions company lectures, physicians' lectures, new staff orientation, new procedures and equipment. Maintains stock of respiratory supplies in vehicle and at patient locations. Is self-reliant and plans appropriately.
Qualifications
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Instructs in the administration of respiratory care to patients in accordance with the written or verbal prescription of a physician. Provides respiratory therapy services for patients and their families using applicable techniques. Maintains and/or revises the patient's plan of care with goals mutually established with the patient and family. Arranges for other company services necessary to meet the patient's needs. Coordinates care with other active caregivers. Records all care provided following accepted standards of practice and using the appropriate forms. Reports all pertinent observations and changes to the Clinical Coordinator. Observes patients during therapy and maintains equipment in operation to insure proper functioning, quality control and infection control standards. Instructs in the administration of physician prescribed medications to respiratory tract using established and approved techniques. Evaluates effectiveness of therapy administered and communicates with Clinical Coordinator concerning patient's condition and therapy administered. Reports patient information, status and patient requirements to supervisor. Takes action to enhance knowledge and techniques by participating in training sessions company lectures, physicians' lectures, new staff orientation, new procedures and equipment. Maintains stock of respiratory supplies in vehicle and at patient locations. Is self-reliant and plans appropriately.
Qualifications
- Strong organizational and time management skills required.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to keep sensitive information confidential is critical.
- Certificaton or License to practice Repiratory Therapy.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Hauppauge, NY
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