Critical Care Respiratory Therapist — Night Shift

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 38,462 - 58,727; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition and certification reimbursement

Malpractice liability insurance

Loan forgiveness opportunities

On-site and community-based wellness programs

Job summary

A healthcare system in New Mexico is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist to provide advanced respiratory care. Responsibilities include managing ventilators, performing advanced airway care, and assisting in Bronchoscopy Procedures. Candidates should possess an Associate Degree in Respiratory Care, relevant licenses, and certifications, along with critical care experience. The position offers a chance to grow within a supportive environment focused on employee wellness and development.

Qualifications

• New Mexico Respiratory Care Practitioner License required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the NBRC required.
• ACLS, PALS, and BLS certifications required.
• Experience in critical care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care and manage ventilators.
• Assist physicians with Bronchoscopy Procedures.
• Initiate and monitor high frequency ventilators.
• Perform advanced airway care tasks.
• Deliver Nitric Oxide as per protocols.

Skills

Conscious sedation administration

Ventilator management

Advanced airway care

Critical care experience

Education

Associates Degree/Diploma in Respiratory Care

Tools

EPIC electronic charting system

Job description

A healthcare system in New Mexico is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist to provide advanced respiratory care. Responsibilities include managing ventilators, performing advanced airway care, and assisting in Bronchoscopy Procedures. Candidates should possess an Associate Degree in Respiratory Care, relevant licenses, and certifications, along with critical care experience. The position offers a chance to grow within a supportive environment focused on employee wellness and development.