Respiratory Therapist (Cardiopulmonary)
Waimea, HI
Patterns Hiring
5x8 hrs, Flexible
Referral Bonus

Required:
-RRT OR CRT recognized by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
-BLS by AHA
Job duties:
-Participate in administering and initiating cardiopulmonary resuscitation as part of the resuscitation team.
-Assess and evaluate patients with respiratory disorders as requested by the primary physician, i.e., clinical status, history, laboratory results, chest x rays, vital signs, etc.
-Examine patients' charts to determine diagnosis, physical conditions, chest x-ray report, medical history, vital signs and to determine if any condition exists which may contra-indicate the type of treatment ordered.
-Operate pulmonary function testing equipment to obtain data relative to patient's respiratory process.
-Pulse Oximetry: Operate pulse oximetry monitors for spot checking SP02.
-Able to instruct patient and family on treatments provided by Respiratory Therapy.
-Provide initial instruction to outpatients at the hospital or in the home.
-Adhere to safety/infection control policies and procedures.