Respiratory Therapist, CRT Job at UPMC Northwest, Canada

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  • UPMC Northwest
  • Canada

Job Description

Make a difference where your skills matter most. UPMC Northwest is seeking a Casual Respiratory Therapist to support respiratory care, EKG, PFT, and EEG services across our rural hospital. Deliver evidence-based therapy and life-support interventions using the latest modalities while caring for patients of all ages.

Responsibilities:

  • Clinical Care

  • Review prescriptions, arterial blood gases, and patient information to assess condition and determine appropriate therapy type, duration, and medication dosages.

  • Determine the most effective method for administering inhalants, including necessary precautions and modifications aligned with physician orders.

  • Monitor patient responses to therapy—vital signs, ABGs, and lab values—and adjust treatment as needed.

  • Perform bronchopulmonary drainage and assist patients with breathing exercises.

  • Conduct pulmonary function tests to support physician diagnosis.

  • Consult with physicians regarding adverse reactions or changes in patient status.

  • Assist with transporting mechanically ventilated patients and respond to all code situations.

  • Technical & Equipment Management

  • Set up and operate respiratory care equipment, including mechanical ventilators, gas administration systems, environmental control devices, and aerosol generators.

  • Ensure treatment parameters—such as volume, gas concentration, humidity, and temperature—are accurately maintained.

  • Administer medicinal gases and aerosol medications while monitoring and adjusting equipment for optimal therapeutic effect.

  • Inspect, test, and maintain respiratory therapy equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation; initiate repair requests as needed.

  • Documentation & Communication

  • Maintain accurate and thorough patient charts documenting all relevant identification and therapy information.

  • Education & Training

  • Demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees and healthcare personnel.

  • Supervise students during clinical training.

Job Tags

Traineeship, Casual work,

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