What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Respiratory Therapist-Respiratory Resp Therapy-PRN position at Alpha Home Health and Hospice?
Responsible for pulmonary care of adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under physician direction with minimal supervision. Performs technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures throughout the hospital, including patient assessments and respiratory care plans.
- Emergency response (Code Blue and White)
- Airway management and suctioning
- Aerosolized drug delivery
- Ventilator management
- Oxygen delivery and monitoring
- Chest film and blood gas analysis
- Documentation and equipment maintenance
- Advanced skills: gas management, pulmonary function testing, bronchoscopy assist