Registered Respiratory Therapist

Summary Registered Respiratory Therapists, (RRTs), at this full performance level are responsible for independently administering treatment to ambulatory, non-ambulatory, and critically ill patients in the inpatient care setting. They use data and patient assessment to establish appropriate plans of care and determine if outcomes are being met. They consult with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality of patient care within their scope of practice. Responsibilities Services are rendered in collaboration with the ordering provider, either by specific orders, policy, or established protocol. These functions and responsibilities are supported by education and administrative oversight. Periodically specific functions may change. The primary services include, but are not limited to: a. Incumbent will have a great deal of independence in the performance of their duties. b. Incumbent will collect, review, and evaluate relevant clinical data from the medical records, ca...