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Examines patients with breathing-related conditions and conducts diagnostic testing. Consults with physicians to develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient. Performs physiotherapy and other treatments and teaches patients to use medications.

Reports to: Director Respiratory Care & Neurodiagnostic Services

Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.

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Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.

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Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.

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Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.

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Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.

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Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.

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Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.

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Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.

*Minimum Education*

Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy - Required

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*Required Skills*

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Computer skills required.

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*Required Skills*

Certifications:

BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) - Required to be current upon hire.

ACLS & PALS certifications from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) - Required within 12 months of employment, if not current upon hire

NRP certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) - Required within 12 months of employment, if not current upon hire

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*Required Skills*

Licenses: Licensed by the State of Tennessee as a Respiratory Care Practitioner with ABG endorsement. Temporary initial licensure letter by the State of Tennessee as a graduate respiratory care practitioner, acceptable, without ABG endorsement, until state licensure is issued.

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*Minimum Work Experience*

Minimum of 6 months Respiratory Care experience preferred

**Job:** **Respiratory/Pulmonary*

Organization:**

**Title:** *Respiratory Therapist Part Time Days*

**Location:** *Tennessee-Gallatin*

**Requisition ID:** *7457-12396*