RESPIRATORY THERAPIST ( FULL TIME ) 12 hour shifts / AM/PM Shift and PM/NOC Shift

SUMMARY

Respiratory therapist, with supervision of a physician, performs cardiopulmonary evaluation, respiratory therapy treatment

techniques, and education of resident, patient, staff, family, and caregivers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs the tests that aid in the diagnosis and evaluation of respiratory problems using special apparatus and administering therapies.
• Selects, assembles and checks equipment used in the respiratory treatment.
• Gives temporary relief to patients with conditions ranging from chronic asthma to heart failure, stroke, etc.
• Performs diagnostic tests and monitors patient’s treatment.
• Teaches patients and their families to use equipment.
• Draws blood and analyzes the oxygen, carbon dioxide and pH levels.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

• Meets current State licensing requirements.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May supervise Respiratory Therapist Assistants, Rehab Techs and / or Rehab Aides, and others involved in program

• THER REQUIREMENTS

Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of resident’s

protected health information. Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law.

By his / her signature below, employee agrees to adhere to and oversee communication of privacy guidelines relative to

the confidentiality of residents’ protected health information.

JOB DESCRIPTION REVIEW

I understand this job description, its requirements and that I am expected to complete all duties as assigned. I understand the

job duties may be altered from time to time.

SALARY RANGE: $35 to $38 PER HOUR DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE

Mariner Healthcare reserves the right to discontinue any bonus program at anytime.