SPECIFIC DUTIES: * Meets patient's goals and needs and provides quality care by conducting pulmonary function tests; assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results; determining respiratory therapy treatment plans in consultation with physicians and by prescription. * Helps patient accomplish treatment plan and supports life by administering inhalants; operating mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators. * Administers respiratory therapy treatments by performing bronchopulmonary drainage; assisting with breathing exercises; monitoring physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes; directing treatments given by aides, technicians and assistants. * Evaluates effects of respiratory therapy treatment plan by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress; recommending adjustments and modifications. * Assists providers in providing health care and treatment. * Maintains records on all cases regarding visits, interviews, referrals, follow-ups and other actions. * Collects and records data and prepares required reports. * Monitors trends and implements strategies to assist patients with accessing appropriate level of care. * Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. * Other job-related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * Licensed to practice as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in the state of Kentucky. * BLS and ACLS certified. * Previous experience in Respiratory Therapy required.

Respiratory Therapist

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