Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory - Nights - PRN - Biloxi Location

Job Summary

The Respiratory Therapist (NonReg) performs both therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory care services necessary to improve and/or maintain an adequate oxygenation/acid-base balance. The Therapist will develop and collaborate patient care with healthcare staff and physicians. The Therapist will practice compliance with standard policies and procedures.

Job Description

• Provides respiratory care to patients for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes
• Develops, implements, and/or adjusts orders based on patient assessment and patient response to therapy
• Provides scheduled and emergency therapy and/or diagnostic tests to patients/clients per policy and standard procedures
• Maintains accountability for patient care delegated or scheduled to others
• Communicates patient/family health care needs to the appropriate health care provider
• Provides accurate and timely documentation in patient care records per policy and standard procedures
• Communicates directly with appropriate health care team as needed
• Participates in team conferences and/or care coordination activities as needed

Required Qualifications

Education: Respiratory Therapy associate's degree.

Licensure: Respiratory Care Practitioner or temporary permit issued by the MS State Board of Health as well as Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience: One (1) Year of experience in all phases of respiratory care.