What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Respiratory Therapist position at Careers Integrated Resources Inc?
Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist
Location: Lafayette, LA 70506
Duration: 3 Months (with possible extension)
Schedule: Nights: 3*12 hrs, 7 pm – 7 am.
Note: We do have openings available in other states as well.
Requirements:
- Active RT license required
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience
Job Description:
- The Respiratory Therapist administers respiratory care by prescription of the physician.
- Responsibilities include the diagnostic evaluation (not limited to obtaining and analysing physiological specimens, interpreting physiologic data, and performing tests and studies of the cardiopulmonary system), management, education, and rehabilitation and care of the patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system.
- Involves applying advanced technology and evidence-based treatment protocols across all care settings, including but not limited to medical gas administration and monitoring, environmental control systems, mechanical ventilation, artificial airway management, bronchopulmonary hygiene, respiratory pharmacologic therapies, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, and hemodynamic cardiovascular support.