Respiratory Therapist, CRT or RRT Job at UPMC Kane, Kane, PA

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  • UPMC Kane
  • Kane, PA

Job Description

UPMC Kane is hiring a Casual Respiratory Therapist join their team!

Become part of our workforce that provides excellent patient care and a flexible schedule!

Overview : Under the general direction of a physician and by prescription, provides respiratory therapy services and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. Defined responsibilities are performed in all patient populations and in all patient service areas.

Title and Salary will be determined based upon education and experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Evaluates medical orders and interprets clinical data to optimize patient outcomes, ensuring therapy aligns with clinical objectives.
  • Sets up and operates respiratory devices like mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas systems, and aerosol generators, adjusting equipment for optimal treatment (volume, gas concentration, humidity, temperature).
  • Administers medicinal gases and aerosol drugs while monitoring patient responses (vital signs, arterial blood gases, blood chemistry), and adjusts treatment as needed.
  • Inspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment for safety, orders repairs, and assists in transporting mechanically ventilated patients.
  • Responds to emergency code situations and collaborates with physicians during adverse reactions.
  • Maintains accurate patient charts and records therapy information, while demonstrating and supervising respiratory care procedures for trainees and students.
  • Performs pulmonary function tests and bronchopulmonary drainage, assisting patients with breathing exercises to support physician diagnosis .

Job Tags

Traineeship, Casual work, Flexible hours,

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