Respiratory Therapist

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care services, emergency services and special procedures in the Intensive Care Units to assist physicians in the diagnosis and management of patients with cardio-respiratory diseases and related disorders. He / She is also responsible for monitoring the overall statistics of the department.

Provide clinical respiratory services under the supervision of physician orders and approved protocols.

• Perform complete or modified patient respiratory assessment as required on an ongoing basis.
• Consult with physicians and other health care professionals regarding the patient status and care plans.
• Monitor patient’s progress and modify respiratory care plan as needed.
• Participate in multidisciplinary patient rounds and conferences.
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