Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides and administers all aspects of Respiratory Care Therapy and supportive equipment per department policy.
• Performs respiratory therapy under medical direction, including treatment, diagnostic evaluation, and care for cardiopulmonary deficiencies.
• Assists with intubation and manages ventilator setup.
• Gathers patient-specific data and consults other healthcare professionals as needed.
• Educates patients and caregivers on disease processes and care.
• Maintains communication with medical staff and upholds standards of patient-centered care.
• Lifts minimum of 5 lbs., pushes/pulls 5 lbs., stands at least 1 hour/day.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent – Required.
• Graduate of an accredited program in Respiratory Therapy – Required.

Licensure & Certifications:

• Current and valid New Jersey Respiratory Care License – Required.
• Current and valid New Jersey Registered Respiratory Therapist – Required.
• BLS (AHA) – Required.
• ACLS – Required.
• PALS – Required.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs – Required.
• Strong accountability and focus on patient-centered care – Required.
• Excellent teamwork and communication – Required.