Respiratory Care Practitioner

Description of Duties

This position, located at the Monroe Community Hospital, is responsible for administering cardiopulmonary procedures to hospital residents. Primary responsibility is receiving and carrying out Physicians’ and Nurse Practitioners’ orders for modalities falling under the Cardiopulmonary Unit’s scope of practice. Duties involve participating in the development and delivery of the Respiratory Care plan to residents. The employee, in many instances, works independently. The employee reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of, the Cardiopulmonary Services Manager or other higher-level staff member. Does related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma plus either possession of a valid Respiratory Therapy Technician (RTT) license or a valid Respiratory Therapist (RT) license issued by the New York State Department of Education (NYSDOE).