Respiratory Therapist

Position Information

• Role: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Specialty: Respiratory Therapy
• Number of Openings: 3
• Shift: Night – 3×12
• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
• Weekend Hours: As needed
• Call Requirements: None
• Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, CRT (RRT-ACCS preferred)
• Years of Experience: 1+
• Float Requirements: N/A

Unit Information

• Number of Beds: Not specified
• Patient Ratios: Not specified
• Equipment: Not specified
• EMR: EPIC

Key Responsibilities

Performs direct patient care in all areas of respiratory therapy in accordance with physicians’ orders. Responsibilities include:

• Determining the effectiveness of respiratory therapy.
• Providing ventilator support during cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Maintaining life support equipment in the intensive care unit and other designated areas.
• Carrying out duties in alignment with organizational mission, values, and service standards.

Qualifications

• Required Education: Graduate from an accredited college program in respiratory care.
• Must Have Skills/Experience: 1+ years of experience in respiratory therapy.
• Preferred Skillset/Experience: Experience with critical care patients.
• Type of Patients on Unit: Not specified.
• Personality Fit: Not specified.

Dress Code

• Scrub Color: Black
• Unacceptable Attire: Not specified.