The Registered Respiratory Therapist is responsible for administering respiratory and pulmonary treatments and testing. S/he administers oxygen and nebulizer treatments, performs stress testing, and schedules outpatient tests.

Essential Functions:

• Performs testing, monitoring, therapeutic interventions and documentation, following procedural protocols.
• Demonstrates proper setup, maintenance and administration/operation of the following tests and equipment: oxygen, ventilators, aerosol delivery, stress testing, Holter Monitoring, EKG, pulmonary function, pulmonary toilet, blood gas instruments.
• Administers patient medication, and scans into the electronic medication recognition system.
• Explains testing procedures to the patient. Responds to inquiries with appropriate information.
• Completes charting documentation, maintains records and verifies orders.
• Updates and maintains patient database.
• Prepares, calibrates, cleans and maintains equipment.
• Answers the phone, and performs various clerical functions.
• Schedules outpatient tests.
• Complies with laws, regulations, guidelines and standards regarding safety and infection control.
• Evaluates equipment and inventory.
• Provides ongoing Pyramis system training to physicians and caregivers.
• Performs blood draws as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Education & Training Requirements:

• New Mexico Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Current BLS (AHA)
• ACLS within 6 months of hire
• NRP within 6 months of hire