Respiratory Therapist - Ft Day

The Opportunity: 
Saint Luke’s Hospital at the Plaza is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to join our Respiratory Therapy team. You will perform all aspects of the scope of practice of a respiratory therapist and cardiopulmonary practice, where applicable. Our Respiratory Therapy team is a diverse, respectful group, known for taking pride in their work and for having a culture of kindness. This position supports system, facility, and department growth and quality through participation in performance improvement activities, continuing education, and professional growth and development activities along with other duties as assigned.
CRT Registry eligible, preferred.
Shift Details - 3 - 12 hour shifts
The Work: 

• Performs diagnostic and metabolic testing
• Patient assessment treatment planning
• Performs therapeutic interventions analysis and reports on clinical response
• Works in collaboration with medical staff and other members of the health care team to support efficient cost effective and quality patient and family care
• Provides patient and family education, along with discharge planning

To be successful in this role, you will need to be able to work effectively and collaboratively with nursing, physicians and other team members. The ideal candidate will have strong ethics and a moral commitment to the team, patients and their families, and their work. This is a collaborative role, requiring strong communication and organizational skills. We are looking for someone that is passionate about patient care, teamwork, continuous learning, and growing within your field. 
Why Saint Luke’s?
Benefits
We offer competitive salaries and benefits packages to all eligible employees
We believe in creating a collaborative environment, while looking for innovative ways to improve.

• Employee Assistance Program
• Leave of Absence, PTO, Extended Sick Leave, and various Welfare plans
• Retirement contributions
• Medical health plans
• Tuition reimbursement

Job Requirements
Applicable Experience:
Less than 1 year
Basic Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross, License-Respiratory Therapy - Various, Registered Respiratory Therapist - Various
Associate Degree - Respiratory Therapy
Job Details
Full Time
Day (United States of America)
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