Job: Therapist, Certified Respiratory (CRT)

Department: Respiratory Therapy UH
Location: University Hospital

JOB CLASS NUMBER: 6865 (PRN 6866)
REVISED:02/09

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides competent respiratory care services to patients as prescribed by the responsible physician. Ensures the efficient application of IPPB, aerosol, chest physiotherapy, blood gas analysis in application to ventilation and the monitoring of continuous ventilation. Provides care to any age group from neonatal to geriatric as evidenced by the skill/competency check offs. Complies with departmental and University Health System's policies and maintains good guest and working relations.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Credential by the National Board of Respiratory Care and Texas Department of Health license is required. Current BLS certification required.