Respiratory Therapist

Services Required:

1. Set up and operate devices to provide respiratory treatments.

2. Administer oxygen and aerosol containing prescribed medication to patients.

3. Draws and interprets blood gas samples. 

4. Collects sputum specimens using aerosol administration.$0 $05. Performs chest physiotherapy and postural drainage.

5. Calibrates equipment such as oxygen analyzers 

6. Monitors the operation of compressors, nebulizers, oxygen blenders and pulseoximetry. 

7. Sets up and monitors complex respiratory equipment such as volume and pressure ventilators.

Makes adjustments on CPAP, SIMV, PEEP and Pressure Support.

8. Performs EKG's.

9. Performs CPR. 

10. Performs various respiratory therapy measurements such as Incentive Spirometer, vital capacities, negative inspiratory force, tidal volumes and minute volume.

11. Maintain accurate charting and recordkeeping pertaining to the Respiratory Therapy Section.

12. Performs proper cleaning and sterilization techniques.

13. Follows all policies and procedures as it pertains to the Respiratory Therapy Department of the facility. All medical care and other services shall be provided in accordance with the standards of the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations as well as any organizations providing accreditation or certification with regard to services provided. All services rendered by Respiratory Care Practitioner shall be in conformance with all state, federal, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations.

RT Job Requirement:

1. Must have national credentials as a Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician or Registered Respiratory Therapist.

2. Must have a current license in the State of Ohio to practice Respiratory Therapy and be designated as a Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner.

3. Must have documented minimum of one year experience in respiratory critical care.

4. Must have a current BLS certification.

5. All personnel provided under this contract shall have graduated from an American Medical Association (AMA) approved Respiratory Therapy Program. 

Additional Personnel Requirements

1. A minimum of two recent and relevant professional references.

2. TB test results and evidence of satisfactory health status.

3. Verification of education, training and certifications.

4. Documentation of participation in appropriate continuing education activities.

5. Drug screening.

6. Orientation and instruction in use of universal precautions consistent with OSHA requirements.

7. If the Respiratory Care Practitioner's license or any certification expires while the Respiratory Care Practitioner is providing services at the Medical Center, the Staffing Personnel shall provide written evidence of appropriate renewals.