Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Respiratory Care/Per Diem at Christus Health summary:
The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) provides assessment, therapy administration, and monitoring of respiratory care procedures, ensuring high standards of patient care. This position requires a CoARC accredited education, active New Mexico Respiratory Care Practitioner license, and proper certifications such as BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP. The RRT must maintain all licenses and certifications, demonstrating proficiency in manual dexterity and experience across various age-specific competency 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:
Registered Respiratory Therapist, RRT, respiratory care, patient therapy, New Mexico license, BLS certification, ACLS certification, respiratory procedures, patient assessment, manual dexterity
