What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist position at DHCHD Brand?
DHCHD invites you to become part of our team! We are looking for a Respiratory Therapist who can utilize their expertise to assess, treat, and educate patients with respiratory conditions, providing compassionate care and optimizing their lung function. This position will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored treatment plans and ensure exceptional patient outcomes.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Review physician orders, analyze patient diagnostic test results and provide appropriate therapy based on the patient's current clinical condition. If appropriate, implement approved protocols as direct by physician.
- Performs routine and advanced respiratory therapy; prioritizing patient needs in a rapidly changing environment. Instructs patients in the use of various respiratory care equipment in a thorough and professional manner.
- Assesses patient response to therapy and coaches the patient to improve technique.
- Documents all treatments and therapies given, any supplies used, and accurately files all corresponding charges.
- Works willingly and professionally with other employees, healthcare professionals, and students.
- Maintain knowledge of current RT practices and healthcare information.
- Incorporates principles and continuous quality improvement in all aspects of clinical care.
Advantages and Benefits
DHCHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusiveness. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefit package including:
- Competitive salary with shift differentials for weekend and/or night shifts, call pay, and call back pay.
- Sleep Rooms may be provided to those who commute to work, at no cost.
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Long- and short-term disability
- Retirement Plan with company match
- PTO (paid time off)
- Continued education and training
