Respiratory Therapist

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist

Location

Lawton, OK

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic tests including pulmonary function tests, arterial blood gas analysis, and sleep studies
• Administer and monitor respiratory therapies such as oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation, and inhalation therapy
• Educate patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and proper use of respiratory equipment
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and sleep technologists to develop and implement individualized patient care plans
• Maintain accurate and complete patient records and documentation
• Stay current with developments in respiratory therapy to continuously improve patient care processes

Required Qualifications

• Active Respiratory Therapist licensure or certification as required by state regulations
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Experience administering and monitoring mechanical ventilation and oxygen therapy
• Proficiency in performing arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function tests
• Strong documentation skills and ability to maintain accurate patient records

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with sleep studies and collaboration with sleep technologists
• Background in patient and family education related to chronic respiratory conditions
• Prior experience in a fast-paced acute care or hospital setting

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary healthcare team dedicated to quality patient outcomes
• Contract position offering flexibility and the chance to expand clinical experience in respiratory care