$37.96-$46.15 Hourly / $6,580.00-$7,999.00 Monthly / $78,962.00-$95,992.00 Yearly
“The class specification shall be descriptive of the class and shall not be considered as a restriction on the assignment of duties not specifically listed.” (CSC Rule 7)
1. Measures respiratory function in patients by means such as spirometry, obtains arterial blood for blood gas calibration and analysis, obtains results of blood gas analysis, records results and notifies physicians of results.
2. Performs respiratory therapy procedures including breathing treatments, chest physical therapy, and induction of sputum; administers oxygen, humidity, and aerosol treatments as ordered by a physician; maintains respiratory support for patients during cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
3. Observes and evaluates patients’ responses to respiratory treatments, maintains records of treatments and discusses same with professional staff, may make recommendations and assist nurses and physicians when problems associated with respiratory therapy occur.
4. Explains procedures and proper use of equipment to patients to dispel apprehensions which could reduce the effectiveness of the respiratory therapy.
5. Services and maintains equipment in sanitary condition.
Knowledge of: basic physiology pertaining to heart and lung functions; principles, methods and theory involved in the practice of respiratory therapy; use and care of respiratory equipment; techniques of administering medical gases and their effects on the human body; patient positioning techniques used to mobilize secretions; breathing instructions and supportive exercises.
Ability to: perform various respiratory therapy procedures safely; employ appropriate tests of pulmonary function; understand the patient’s psychosocial needs; maintain records