Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Care - Days - PT+20

Job DescriptionThe Respiratory Therapist (Reg) performs both therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory care services necessary to improve and/or maintain an adequate oxygenation/acid-base balance. The Therapist will develop and collaborate patient care with healthcare staff and physicians. The Therapist will practice compliance with standard policies and procedures.ResponsibilitiesProvides respiratory care to patients for diagnostic and therapeutic purposesDevelops, implements, and/or adjusts orders based on patient assessment and patient response to therapyProvides scheduled and emergency therapy and/or diagnostic tests to patients/clients per policy and standard proceduresMaintains accountability for patient care delegated or scheduled to othersCommunicates patient/family health care needs to the appropriate health care providerProvides accurate and timely documentation in patient care records per policy and standard proceduresCommunicates directly with appropriate health care team as neededParticipates in team conferences and/or care coordination activities as needed QualificationsRequired Qualifications:Education: Respiratory Therapy Associate's Degree.Licensure: Respiratory Care Practitioner or temporary permit issued by the MS State Board of Health as well as Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).Preferred Qualifications:Experience: One (1) Year of experience in all phases of respiratory care.Skills:Assessment and care of patients with cardio-pulmonary disordersEffective verbal and written communication skillsSelf-motivated, organized, time-management and deductive problem solving skillsGood judgment and quick decision-making abilityExcellent interpersonal skills while understanding the needs for a positive patient experience