Registered Respiratory Therapist
North Mississippi Health Services
West Point, MS

Therapeutic Modalities: Ventilatory management, recommend and administer therapeutic regime. Airway Management.
Diagnostic: Assess and perform acid base, ventilation, oxygenation, quality control and diagnostic procedures.
Assessment: Clinical and physical assessment to assure individualized patient focused therapy.
Documentation: Maintain records to provide complete clinical information and assure accurate patient charting and charging.
Equipment: Select, assemble, assure proper function and perform quality control while maintaining infection control.
Education: The incumbent will serve as an instructor to students and individuals or groups upon request

Job Knowledge: 

* Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist, this credential must be maintained with the NBRC. 
* The incumbent must maintain a valid and current Respiratory Care Practitioner License in the state in which the facility is located . 
* This position must demonstrate the knowledge and skill to care for a wide range of patients, including; infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics. 
* Primarily caring for adults.
* New incumbents must complete hospital orientation as well as Respiratory Care Department specific orientation