Certified Respiratory Therapist
Lawton, OK
Thrive Staffing
5x8 hrs, Nights

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing patient assessments, treatment administration, and maintaining life support for individuals facing respiratory challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment: Evaluate patients experiencing respiratory issues by performing examinations, analyzing blood and sputum samples, and conducting lung capacity tests.
• Treatment Administration: Deliver oxygen therapy, aerosol medications, and chest physiotherapy to enhance respiratory function.
• Life Support/Ventilation: Manage, set up, and operate mechanical ventilators for patients who are unable to breathe independently.
• Emergency Response: Provide emergency care, including artificial respiration, bronchopulmonary hygiene, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
• Documentation: Maintain accurate patient records, collaborate with physicians on treatment plans, and assist with discharge planning.
• Patient Education: Educate patients and their families on managing respiratory diseases and using home medical equipment.

Shift Information

Available for night shifts.

Holiday Coverage

Holiday coverage is not required.

Experience Requirements

A minimum of 3 years of experience in respiratory therapy is required.