Certified respiratory therapist vs certified medical technician

Differences between certified respiratory therapist and certified medical technician duties and responsibilities

Certified respiratory therapist example responsibilities.

• Manage and maintain tracheostomy vent dependent patients.
• Perform airway management and intubations need for ACLS patients.
• Provide education and instructions for CPAP and BIPAP patients about the actual disease process then report results to referring physician.
• Order HME equipment for patients (oxygen, CPAP's etc . )
• Evaluate, treat, and counsele patients (primarily in the NICU) with breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders.
• Administer respiratory therapy care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of cardiopulmonary system.
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Certified medical technician example responsibilities.

• Maintain the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work area.
• Administer medications to patients according to their medication record as scheduled, as needed according to physician orders.
• Perform laboratory test and procedures in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, serology, and bacteriology.
• Perform first aid and apply CPR when necessary.
• Perform first aid or CPR during medical emergencies until paramedics arrive.
• Assist the residents in their ADL needs and prepare their meals.
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