Night-Shift Respiratory Therapist II - Per Diem

Tucson Medical Center; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tucson Medical Center in Tucson, AZ, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II for Per Diem night shifts. You will provide advanced respiratory care across adult, pediatric, and NICU patient populations, including ventilator management and emergency response.

Join a team that emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, neonate to geriatric care, and opportunities for precepting and department education within a nonprofit, community-focused hospital.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from a CoARC accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• One year of experience delivering advanced respiratory care to neonate, pediatric and adult patients.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and Arizona License to Practice Respiratory Care; BLS required; ACLS and PALS required for TMCH and Rincon.

Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced respiratory care and life support across all patient populations.
• Initiate and manage mechanical ventilation.
• Respond to airway emergencies, codes and rapid response events.
• Perform arterial blood gas puncture, analysis, and interpretation.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing and interdisciplinary teams.
• Educate patients and families on disease management and plan of care.

Skills

RRT

BLS

ACLS

PALS

NICU experience

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Care

Job description

Tucson Medical Center in Tucson, AZ, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II for Per Diem night shifts. You will provide advanced respiratory care across adult, pediatric, and NICU patient populations, including ventilator management and emergency response.

Join a team that emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, neonate to geriatric care, and opportunities for precepting and department education within a nonprofit, community-focused hospital.