The RRT credential is nationally recognized as the "standard of excellence" for respiratory care professionals. Job Duties and Tasks for: "Respiratory Therapist" 1) Set up and operate devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.

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Respiratory Therapist Job Description Respiratory Therapists are primarily responsible for overseeing the therapeutic care of patients with various types of cardiopulmonary diseases and disorders. They generally administer tests such as stress tests, assess lung capacity and monitor cardiopulmonary and ventilation systems.

Tobacco Statement

Tobacco use is a well-recognized preventable cause of death in the United States and an important public health issue. In order to promote and maintain a healthy work environment, Adventist HealthCare will not hire applicants for employment who either state that they are nicotine users or who test positive for nicotine use.

Adventist HealthCare will withdraw offers of employment to applicants who test positive for Cotinine (nicotine). Those testing positive for cotinine are given the opportunity to re-apply in 90 days, if they can truthfully attest that they have not used any nicotine products in the past ninety (90) days and successfully pass follow-up testing.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Adventist HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.