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We are looking for a Respiratory Therapist to join our Pulmonology clinic.

What you will do:

• Performs incentive spirometry, aerosol therapy, oxygen therapy, pulmonary drainage procedures, BIPAP/CPAP, ekg, blood gas,six minute walk, outpatient testing, and suctioning following interpretation of physician order.
• Assesses patients receiving Respiratory Care using knowledge of indications, contraindications, hazards of the above procedures and actions/reactions of medications being given.
• Performs aseptic techniques when required, and routine cleaning and disinfecting procedures.
• Provides patient education and on-going education support and training to clinical staff as needed. Assesses patient/family knowledge of health/illness.
• Performs, maintains and documents qu...