RRT (PRN) - Any Shift

POSITION TITLE: 222- RRT (Respiratory Therapist) 
LOCATION: Hospital Setting 
REPORTS TO: Director of Ancillary Services 
REVISION DATE: May 2026
QUALIFICATIONS:

• EDUCATION: Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required for all positions (may be allowed to sign a GED agreement to obtain within 6 months).
•     REQUIRED: Completion of an Approved Respiratory Therapy Program
•     Completion of NBRC Therapist Multiple-Choice Exam, or equivalent, earning CRT or RRT credentials
•     PREFERRED: N/A 
• EXPERIENCE: 
•     REQUIRED: None required 
• OTHER REQUIREMENTS OR LICENSURE: BLS Provider or equivalent knowledge; ACLS provider or obtains within 6 months of employment; PALS provider or obtains within 6 months of employment.

JOB DESCRIPTION: 
The job description reflects the general details considered necessary to fulfill the essential job functions and shall not be construed as all-inclusive of all work requirements inherent in this position. Other specific job-related knowledge and skills may be required. All employees subject to an annual performance evaluation based on the duties and responsibilities of this position. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Usual working space is a well-ventilated area. Requires standing, walking, turning, bending, stooping, and lifting. Clear speech to communicate effectively with customers (e.g. patients, families, and other team members). Fine and gross motor skills. Environment may be stressful at times, therefore ability to work under stressful conditions is necessary.  Also subject to bloodborne pathogens at all times in patient care. May have occasional exposure to radiation during radiology procedures and to dangerous chemicals (cleaning and disinfecting agents).
COMPLIANCE AND REGULATORY EXPECTATIONS: All employees are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that upholds the highest standard of integrity, ethical behavior, and regulatory compliance. As a condition of employment, employees must adhere to:
· OCH Code of Conduct
· OCH Policies and Procedures
· Scope of Practice within License/Certification.
· HIPAA and HIPAA Security Confidentiality Standards
· Workplace Safety
· Mandatory Training
· Annual Compliance Education

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 
•    Must be proficient at taking vital signs, assessing and monitoring patient’s cardiopulmonary status, and performing CPR and basic first aid if needed. 
•     Responsible for (but not limited to) aerosol therapy, oxygen therapy, pulmonary function testing, peak flow monitoring, incentive spirometry, noninvasive ventilation management (BiPAP and CPAP), proper Code Blue response and resuscitation, ventilator management, percussion therapy, electrocardiograms (EKG), Nerve Conduction Studies (EMG), Holter/Event set-up/scanning, stress testing, arterial blood gases, and electroencephalography.
•    Demonstrates a solid understanding of respiratory procedures, i.e., EKG, EMG, Holter/Event monitor set-up, ABG, stress testing, aerosol therapy, oxygen therapy, peak flow monitoring, incentive spirometry, invasive/noninvasive ventilation management, resuscitation, and percussion therapy. 
•    Reviews order, patient charts, and any other pertinent information before proceeding with the procedure. Will check with the ordering physician if further clarification is needed. 
•    Maintains inventory to ensure proper quantity of supplies are kept within the department, as well as efficient respiratory supplies in the emergency department, medical-surgical unit, and intensive care unit. 
•    Will maintain continuing education as required by the Kentucky Board of Respiratory Care, and National Board of Respiratory Care (if applicable)
•    Obtains readings for urgent procedures following Critical Test Results policy. Do not let a patient leave if a critical test result is identified and contact the ordering physician for instructions.
•    Completes weekly inspection of medical gas outdoor storage area, records on checklist. 
•    Orders gas cylinders weekly, based on the cylinder par stock level. Assures these cylinders are distributed according to policy. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• EDUCATION: Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required for all positions (may be allowed to sign a GED agreement to obtain within 6 months).
•     REQUIRED: Completion of an Approved Respiratory Therapy Program
•     Completion of NBRC Therapist Multiple-Choice Exam, or equivalent, earning CRT or RRT credentials
•     PREFERRED: N/A 
• EXPERIENCE: 
•     REQUIRED: None required 
• OTHER REQUIREMENTS OR LICENSURE: BLS Provider or equivalent knowledge; ACLS provider or obtains within 6 months of employment; PALS provider or obtains within 6 months of employment