Entry-Level Respiratory Therapist I — Impact & Growth

Saint Luke's Health System; Iola (KS); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Luke’s Health System in the Kansas City area seeks a part-time Respiratory Therapist to support the cardiopulmonary scope. You will perform testing, patient assessments, treatment planning and interventions, and report clinical responses to the team.

RRT is required by start date; Basic Life Support certification is expected; scheduling may include day shifts with opportunities for professional growth within a large health system.

Qualifications

• Less than 1 year experience required.
• BLS certification (American Heart Association or Red Cross).
• License-Respiratory Therapy recognized to practice.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and metabolic testing and patient assessments.
• Plan treatment and provide therapeutic interventions.
• Analyze and report clinical responses to the medical team.
• Educate patients and families and assist with discharge planning.

Education

Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Saint Luke’s Health System in the Kansas City area seeks a part-time Respiratory Therapist to support the cardiopulmonary scope. You will perform testing, patient assessments, treatment planning and interventions, and report clinical responses to the team.

RRT is required by start date; Basic Life Support certification is expected; scheduling may include day shifts with opportunities for professional growth within a large health system.