Responsible for collecting interpreting and reviewing clinical data. Participates in the development of the plan of care and provides medically prescribed respiratory therapy services to Health System patients. Does not work independently in the critical care areas.

+ Assesses the patient’s respiratory care needs and develops/evaluates a therapeutic/diagnostic plan.
+ Performs respiratory therapy/diagnostic procedures according to established guidelines.
+ Documents patient care according to professional standards and departmental guidelines.
+ Accurately communicates patient responses to respiratory therapy interventions/diagnostic procedures and recommends need for modification of patient care plan.
+ Performs equipment quality control.
+ Participates in respiratory therapy professional activities and continuing education.
+ In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

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