Respiratory Therapy Tech II

Job Description

Overview: Responsible for initiating, maintaining, and discontinuing respiratory therapy equipment and techniques for patients with cardio-pulmonary disorders.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Care or a 2nd-year student in an Associate’s Degree program.
• Current CPR and BLS certification required.
• Completion of the 1st year of a Respiratory Care Associate’s Degree program with clinical rotation experience.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and clean respiratory therapy equipment.
• Prepare and test equipment for safe operation.
• Document patient care and therapy responses.
• Administer prescribed medications and therapies.
• Recognize and respond to emergencies, including CPR.
• Participate in continuing education and staff development.