Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist Location: Lafayette, LA 70506 Duration: 3+ Months (with possible extension) Schedule: Nights: 3*12 hrs, 7 pm – 7 am. Note: We do have openings available in other states as well.   Requirements: Active RT license required Current BLS and ACLS certifications required Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience   Job Description: The Respiratory Therapist administers respiratory care by prescription of the physician. Responsibilities include the diagnostic evaluation (not limited to obtaining and analysing physiological specimens, interpreting physiologic data, and performing tests and studies of the cardiopulmonary system), management, education, and rehabilitation and care of the patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. Involves applying advanced technology and evidence-based treatment protocols across all care settings, including but not limited to medical gas administration and monitoring, environmental control systems, mechanical ventilation, artificial airway management, bronchopulmonary hygiene, respiratory pharmacologic therapies, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, and hemodynamic cardiovascular support.

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