Magnet Medical | Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,224 per week - Magnet Medical

Patient Assessment and Evaluation:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients with respiratory or cardiopulmonary conditions, including reviewing medical history and performing physical exams.


• Assess lung function, breathing patterns, oxygen levels, and other vital signs through non-invasive and invasive diagnostic procedures.


• Analyze test results, including pulmonary function tests (PFTs), arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis, chest X-rays, and sleep studies.

Developing and Implementing Treatment Plans:

• Collaborate with physicians to develop and implement personalized treatment plans for patients with respiratory issues.


• Adjust and monitor ventilation settings for patients requiring mechanical ventilation or non-invasive positive pressure ventilation (e.g., CPAP, BiPAP).


• Administer respiratory therapy treatments, including oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, pulmonary rehabilitation, and airway clearance techniques.

Administering Respiratory Treatments:

• Provide oxygen therapy via nasal cannulas, masks, or mechanical ventilators for patients with respiratory distress or low oxygen levels.


• Perform aerosol therapy to deliver medication directly to the lungs via inhalers, nebulizers, or other devices.


• Administer incentive spirometry to improve lung function and encourage deep breathing after surgery or illness.


• Provide airway management, including suctioning, endotracheal intubation, and assisting with tracheostomy care.

Monitoring and Evaluating Patient Progress:

• Continuously monitor the effectiveness of respiratory treatments and adjust therapy as necessary based on patient responses.


• Assess patients for signs of respiratory distress and intervene promptly when complications arise.


• Track and document patient progress, ensuring treatments are tailored to the patient’s evolving needs.

Emergency Response and Critical Care:

• Provide emergency respiratory care to patients experiencing respiratory failure, cardiac arrest, or other life-threatening situations.


• Administer resuscitation techniques, such as CPR, defibrillation, and advanced airway management, in emergency situations.


• Assist with intubation, mechanical ventilation, and weaning from life support when necessary.

Patient Education and Support:

• Educate patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment, medications, and techniques for managing respiratory conditions at home.


• Provide guidance on lifestyle changes to improve lung health, such as quitting smoking, controlling asthma triggers, and managing chronic respiratory diseases.


• Offer instruction on pulmonary rehabilitation exercises to strengthen lung capacity and improve overall physical health.

Collaboration with Healthcare Team:

• Work closely with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop a holistic care plan for respiratory patients.


• Attend multidisciplinary care meetings to discuss patient progress, treatment goals, and necessary adjustments.


• Communicate effectively with patients and their families, ensuring they understand treatment plans and ongoing care needs.

Documentation and Record Keeping:

• Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, medications, and progress in accordance with healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA).


• Ensure proper documentation for insurance billing, treatment plans, and patient updates.


• Record patient responses to treatments, including vital signs, oxygen saturation, and any adverse reactions or complications.

Equipment Management:

• Set up and maintain respiratory therapy equipment, such as mechanical ventilators, nebulizers, and oxygen delivery devices.


• Ensure that all respiratory equipment is properly calibrated, clean, and functioning according to safety standards.


• Perform troubleshooting and minor repairs on respiratory equipment as needed.

Professional Development and Continuing Education:

• Participate in continuing education opportunities to stay current with new techniques, equipment, and best practices in respiratory therapy.


• Obtain and maintain certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).


• Stay updated on new advancements in respiratory care, including new technologies, medications, and treatment protocols.