Night-Shift Respiratory Therapist — Pulmonary Care Pro

Sandoval Regional Medical Center; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 62,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

Job summary

UNMH is seeking a Per Diem III Respiratory Therapist for night shifts in Pulmonary Services. You will provide clinical respiratory care, evaluate interventions, and manage ventilatory support across neonatal to geriatric patients.

The role requires ARDS/ventilator competence, ARDS pathways, and active participation in safety protocols. Minimum responsibilities include arterial blood gas analysis, aerosol therapy administration, and patient education.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in respiratory care or related field.
• Licensed NM Respiratory Care Practitioner; Registered Respiratory Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical respiratory care and evaluate interventions.
• Administer and monitor respiratory therapy including aerosolized medications.
• Assist with endotracheal tube management and ventilator support.
• Perform arterial blood gas sampling and interpretation.
• Collaborate with healthcare team for patient care plans.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Associate Degree

Tools

Respiratory care equipment

Job description

UNMH is seeking a Per Diem III Respiratory Therapist for night shifts in Pulmonary Services. You will provide clinical respiratory care, evaluate interventions, and manage ventilatory support across neonatal to geriatric patients.

The role requires ARDS/ventilator competence, ARDS pathways, and active participation in safety protocols. Minimum responsibilities include arterial blood gas analysis, aerosol therapy administration, and patient education.