Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy - Per Diem - Guthrie Healthcare : Job Details

To perform respiratory therapy treatment modalities, patient assessments, and life support interventions in all treatment areas, including the Intensive Care Unit and Emergency Department. To determine appropriate course of respiratory treatment using defined and approved patient driven and therapist driven protocols. To be knowledgeable and competent in all aspects of mechanical ventilation initiation and management, endotracheal intubation assistance, and airway protection and maintenance during cardiopulmonary resuscitation. To take charge responsibly and assist provider during bronchoscopies, where applicable. Demonstrate knowledge and principles of growth and development necessary to provide care for patients of all age groups and other demographics and engage in the prioritization of job duties in a safe and timely manner and to assist team members when the individuals workload is completed. May be required to work weekends, holidays, and alternative shifts on the occasion that ...Respiratory, Respiratory Therapist, Therapist, Per Diem, Mechanical, Patient Care, Healthcare