Respiratory Therapist I

The Respiratory Therapist I provides diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care services to patients of all age groups, responding to cardiopulmonary emergencies and administering therapeutic gases and medications. The role involves performing arterial blood gas analysis, conducting cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures, and providing patient and family instruction on respiratory therapy self-administration. This position requires collaboration with medical and nursing personnel to optimize patient care planning and ensure safe, effective ventilatory support.