Respiratory Therapist - Canton Potsdam Hospital

SUMMARY As a Registered Respiratory Therapist, your knowledge, strong attention to detail, compassion and analytical capabilities ensure meaningful, personalized care for each respiratory patient. STATUS: Full-Time LOCATION: Canton Potsdam Hospital DEPARTMENT: Respiratory SCHEDULE: Days ATTRIBUTES A minimum of an Associate''s degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent certificate is required. New York State Respiratory Therapist license required ACLS certification (current) required within one year of hire RESPONSIBILITIES Patient Care. Review and evaluate history, physical exams, current vital signs, admission and current respiratory care orders for each patient; advise providers on appropriate respiratory care procedure and techniques Planning & Documentation. Initiate and update respiratory care plan for all patients per department policy and procedure; work collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team to implement the plan of care; monitor and document all pertinent clinical parameters and assessments on all assigned patients; modify treatment techniques based on patient response Education & Communication. Provide and document patient education for therapeutic procedures performed; communicate information regarding patient''s clinical status to appropriate members of healthcare team; participate in the instruction and orientation of Respiratory Care team members, students and other allied health professional EDUCATION LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

Created: 2025-11-15