Rehabilitation technician vs respiratory technician

Differences between rehabilitation technician and respiratory technician duties and responsibilities

Rehabilitation technician example responsibilities.

• Manage organization and cleanliness of therapy room and equipment.
• Record vital signs and assist patients in performing their ADL's as directed by medical or nursing staff.
• Assist patients with neurological conditions with different mobility training, ADL training, and strengthening exercises.
• Assist with the modification of therapy plans, assist with manual stretching and traction of patients.
• Prepare patients for electrical stimulation, mechanical traction, and ultrasounds.
• Assist in operating a physical therapy facility by helping patients improve their movement, stamina, coordination, and intellectual capacity.
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Respiratory technician example responsibilities.

• Provide aerosol therapy, bronchial hygiene, ventilator setup, CPR, and any other career relate requirements.
• Fit patient for CPAP mask, educate on equipment.
• Complete EKG's, treadmill heart testing and asthma testing.
• Set the CPAP machine for each individual and fit him or her with proper masks.
• Administer respiratory medications, CPR, and therapeutic processes, in an ethical, orderly fashion.
• Provide respiratory assistance with ventilation and medication.
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