Respiratory Therapist Jobs

Job Functions and Responsibilities:

Performs therapeutic and diagnostic interventions per RC Policy/Procedure Manual

Evaluates and assesses patient's respiratory needs, develops an appropriate care plan in accordance with approved protocols or by consulting with and making recommendations to physicians

Evaluates and assesses patient's ventilator needs, utilizing appropriate modes, ventilators and technology, both invasive and non-invasive, in accordance with approved protocols or by consulting with and making recommendations to physicians

Accurately documents therapy and medications administered, including pre and post assessment of therapy, diagnostic testing results, patient interventions and physician communications per RC Policy/Procedure manual

Assures accuracy of patient charges by correct documentation, use of Supply Scan, Pyxis and departmental supplies

Accurately transcribes physician orders in the patient record

Assists with training, orientation and instruction of new employees and Respiratory Care students; providing a positive learning environment

Assists with equipment care and maintenance, cleaning and disinfection/sterilization, reassembly and functional checks

Demonstrates competence and willingness to accept assignments in all areas of the department as requested

Performs therapeutic and diagnostic interventions per RC Policy/Procedure Manual

Qualifications:

Required Registration, Licensure or Certification

Current licensure as a Respiratory Therapist by the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts

Current certification through the National Board for Respiratory Care

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) verification course, as specified in policy

WILL Accept Pending RT License obtained within the next 6 months

Required Education or Experience:

Graduate from an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy

Required Knowledge And Skills

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively

Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multi-task

Preferred Knowledge And Skills

Demonstrated computer skills

Additional Information:

Room for Growth, Promotions from Within.

Days Position Available after 1 year of employment at the facility

Salary

Salary Range: Low $24.66 (1-5 years’ experience) Mid $28.02 (6-8 years’ experience) Max $33.65

Shift Differentials:

Nights: $3.25 Hourly

Weekends: $4.50 Hourly

New Graduates: Sign on bonus $6,000.00 & $2,500.00 relocation bonuses available!

Experienced Candidates: Sign on bonus up to $10,000.00 available! & relocation available!

• 2 Year Commitment on Sign on and Relocation Bonus*