Advanced Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care & Code Blue

Hillsboro Medical Center; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 56,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillsboro Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to plan, deliver, and evaluate diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care. The role includes independent testing, treatments, medication administration, and patient education under physician orders.

The position requires NBRC and Oregon licensure, BLS/ACLS/PALS within specified timelines, and active involvement in safety, QA, and care planning for neonatal to geriatric patients.

Qualifications

• Copy of highest science-related academic diploma or transcript required on hire.
• Associate Degree in Respiratory Care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs respiratory diagnostic testing including stress treadmill testing and EKGs.
• Performs respiratory treatments per orientation and procedures.
• Administers respiratory medications safely following policies.
• Documents assessments, treatments and medications accurately.
• Provides CPR as part of Code Blue team.
• Maintains emergency resuscitation equipment and other gear.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

EMR documentation

Customer service

Teamwork

Standby rotation

PPE usage

Education

Associate Degree in Respiratory Care

Science diploma transcript

Job description

Hillsboro Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to plan, deliver, and evaluate diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care. The role includes independent testing, treatments, medication administration, and patient education under physician orders.

The position requires NBRC and Oregon licensure, BLS/ACLS/PALS within specified timelines, and active involvement in safety, QA, and care planning for neonatal to geriatric patients.