What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist position at Mental Health Association of Rochester?
Role: Respiratory Therapist
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Deliver bedside respiratory care in an acute hospital setting, including ventilator management, diagnostics, and medication therapies under physician direction.
- Assess patients, interpret blood gases and related lab results, and manage specialized respiratory equipment.
- Document patient care and clinical information in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
- Educate patients and families about respiratory conditions and treatments.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure quality patient care and maintain a safe clinical environment.
- Knowledge of respiratory care procedures, ventilator management, and diagnostic techniques.
- Strong assessment and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to operate and troubleshoot specialized respiratory equipment.