Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Respiratory Care/Per Diem at Christus Health summary:
Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT) specialize in assessing and administering respiratory care therapies. They are responsible for monitoring and providing therapeutic interventions to patients with respiratory issues. Qualified candidates possess an active New Mexico Respiratory Care Practitioner license, RRT credential, and BLS certification, along with skills in manual dexterity and experience with diverse patient age groups.
DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY: Assesses, administers, monitors and provides therapy and objective measurement for respiratory care procedures.
RequirementsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: Successful completion of a CoARC accredited respiratory care program for registered respiratory therapists.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Possesses and provides an active New Mexico Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license and is in “good standing” with all regulatory agencies. The practitioner may not be eligible for employment or continued employment if there are restrictions or disciplinary proceedings pending. Provides documentation of the NBRC’s RRT credential. Possesses and provides proof of the minimum certification of Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association. Additional ACLS, PALS and NRP certifications are preferred. The employee is responsible for maintaining all licenses and certifications throughout the duration of employment.
SKILLS: Manual dexterity to provide respiratory therapy and operate equipment.
EXPERIENCE: Experience in all age-specific competency groups preferred.
NATURE OF SUPERVISION:
-Responsible to: Manager of Respiratory Therapy Center
ENVIRONMENT:
- Bloodborne pathogen -- C
- Routine exposure to aerosol or serum-borne pathogens.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and manual dexterity.
Keywords:
respiratory therapy, registered respiratory therapist, patient care, BLS certification, healthcare, respiratory care procedures, New Mexico RCP license, ACLS, PALS, manual dexterity
