Respiratory Therapist

Hrs Description: Must have Level I Exp. 26-week contracts with guaranteed 48 hours/week. Previous work in Children s only hospital preferred. Licensed by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. ; Duties: General Description: Under general supervision, will provide services for the Respiratory Therapy Department in a timely and efficient manner for all appropriate age levels and in all areas that are served by the department.

Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. Administers therapeutic treatments as prescribed by attending medical staff. Records treatment information and patient s treatment response in their computerized medical record. Acts as a resource person to medical staff. Performs invasive and noninvasive diagnostic testing and monitoring of patients. Provides age appropriate care to patients. Ensures that respiratory equipment is cleaned and maintained. Maintains necessary respiratory therapy records. Performs as part of the quick response team for cardiac and respiratory arrests.

General Responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned.

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