CRT Certified Respiratory Therapist

Ascension; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Counseling and peer support services

Job summary

A leading nonprofit healthcare provider in Tulsa seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner to evaluate and care for patients with respiratory issues. Responsibilities include developing patient care plans, monitoring patient conditions, and educating families. Qualified candidates should possess relevant certifications, including BLS and Certified Respiratory Therapist credentials. Join a recognized healthcare team dedicated to high-quality patient care in an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure credential required.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist qualification mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluation and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
• Develop patient care plans based on diagnoses.
• Monitor and communicate changes in patient conditions.

Skills

Patient assessment

Monitor patient care

Educate patients and families

Emergency response

Education

High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years experience or Associate's degree

Job description

• Schedule: PRN Night Shift. Prefer availability for 10 shifts within 6 week schedule.
• Hospital: Ascension St. John Medical Center
• Location: Tulsa, OK
• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Benefits

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

Responsibilities

Provide evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.

• Assess patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develop a plan of care based on diagnosis.
• Implement and monitor patient care plan and equipment. Monitor, record and communicate patient condition. Perform advanced respiratory care modalities.
• Evaluate respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcomes.
• Educate the patient and family about the health condition and provide information about community support groups and other available programs.
• Assist with care, calibration and maintenance of all equipment. Participate in maintaining departmental inventory levels for supplies and equipment. Process equipment per established cleaning/sterilization procedures.
• Respond to emergency resuscitation team calls.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision required. Respiratory Care Practitioner provisional letter will be accepted until license is issued.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences

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Why Join Our Team

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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