Scope of Position

The registered respiratory therapist will assess the need for and provide all types of diagnostic and therapeutic Respiratory Therapy procedures throughout the medical complex for patients of all ages in accordance with Hospital and Department policies. These procedures will be provided as a result of a physician order, or in accordance with a department or hospital policy. The Respiratory Therapy Department works under the medical direction of the Medical Director of Respiratory Therapy, or his designee.

Position Summary

Assesses the need for, and provides all types of diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care procedures.