What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Care Professional position at Meridian Healthcare Group?
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist to join our team at Meridian Healthcare Group. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will provide high-quality care to patients with deficiencies and dysfunctions of the cardiopulmonary system.
Responsibilities
Your primary responsibilities will include:
- Performing diagnostic cardiopulmonary evaluations and therapy treatments
- Conducting cardiopulmonary diagnostic tests
- Administering clinical care including aerosol medications, breathing exercises, dyspnea management, therapeutic exercises, psychosocial assessment/management, work simplification strategies and assistive technologies
Requirements
To be considered for this role, you must possess the following qualifications:
- Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science graduate of a Committee on Accreditation of Respiratory Care ('COARC') approved program of respiratory care
- Licensed to practice respiratory therapy by the state board of professional regulation for work site
- Minimum of national certification as a Certified Respiratory Therapist ('CRT') by the National Board of Respiratory Care ('NBRC')
