The Respiratory Therapist performs or assists with all forms of Respiratory Therapy, EKG and with equipment maintenance, assembly and sterilization.  They are also responsible for adult ventilator management and a thorough understanding of blood gases.  In addition, they are responsible for pulmonary function studies, cardiac rehab, and TB skin tests for the facility.  Range of patients will be from newborns to elderly.

Minimum Education:  Graduate from an AMA approved school for Respiratory Therapy with status as registry eligible or certified by the National Board for Respiratory Therapy.            

Certification or Registration if required: Kansas RCP, BLS, NALS, ACLS.