GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Respiratory Therapist performs a variety of pulmonary diagnostic tests, including, but not limited to pulmonary function, arterial blood gas sampling & oximetry, FeNo testing.In addition to the diagnostic testing a significant component of the position is the coordination and processing of DSME needs for clinic patients. The RRT works independently in the CVPH Pulmonary clinic under the guidance of the pulmonary clinic physicians.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Skills Required:
1. Graduate of an approved Respiratory Program supported by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care, or accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs required.
2. Credentialed by NBRC as a Registered Respiratory Therapist required.
3. New York State license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or a Registry Eligible Certified Respiratory Technician and receive NYS licensure as a Respiratory Therapist within one year of hire date required.
4. BLS required and ACLS preferred.
5. Credentialed by NBRC as a Certified Pulmonary Technologist preferred.
6. Experience in home care and DME relevant processes preferred.
As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of patients for which care is being provided.

ABOUT CVPH:

We work in a high-tech setting, respected across the region for health care excellence. Each of our employees is part of a close-knit team that knows one another like family and shares a passion for the Champlain Valley. It's hard to imagine another opportunity that offers so much quality and variety in one great place. We're not just caregivers and staff - we're your friends and neighbors, offering expertise and compassionate care as close to home as possible. Here, you will get the benefits of a large organization with a small community-like feel. That's what we call the heart and science of medicine.