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Mississippi Staffing

Respiratory Therapist

Mississippi Staffing, Laurel, Mississippi, United States, 39440

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Waynesboro Respiratory Therapist Position

Performing physical exams and obtaining patient history Conducting pulmonary function tests (PFTs) Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests (e.g., chest X-rays, CT scans) Administering oxygen therapy Managing mechanical ventilators Providing chest physiotherapy (e.g., postural drainage, percussion, vibration) Administering aerosol medications (e.g., inhalers, nebulizers) Educating patients on breathing techniques and medication use Monitoring vital signs (e.g., heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate) Observing patient's breathing patterns and oxygen saturation levels Tracking treatment progress and adjusting as needed Calibrating and maintaining respiratory equipment (e.g., ventilators, nebulizers) Troubleshooting equipment malfunctions Providing information about respiratory conditions and treatment options Teaching patients how to self-manage their condition (e.g., home oxygen therapy, breathing exercises)