Performs prescribed diagnostic and therapeutic interventions and functions as a resource person to achieve therapeutic goals in the care of patient's cardiopulmonary dysfunctions. Consults with physicians and other health team members to determine treatment procedures and time schedules. Actively participates in in-service education, infection control and performance improvement programs.

Education
Other: Successful completion of education requirements for qualification as a Respiratory Therapist as defined by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) (Required)
Other: Graduate from a CoARC accredited Respiratory Therapy program (Preferred)
Associates Degree : Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program (Preferred)

Experience
1 Year experience in respiratory care in a clinical setting including routine and critical care (Preferred)

License/Certifications
RCP-LIC - PA Respiratory Care License (Required)
RRT - Reg Respiratory Therapist (Required)
BLS - Basic Life Support (Required)
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (Preferred)

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