PRN RESPIRATORY THERAPIST

NEWPORT HOSPITAL AND HEALTH SERVICES; Newport Township (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan with 6% match

Life and Disability Insurance

AFLAC

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Bonus potential

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Job summary

Newport Hospital & Health Services in Newport, WA is hiring a Per Diem Respiratory Therapist to support acute, ER and outpatient care.

Position requires an Associate degree in Respiratory Care, RRT NBRC credential and WA license, plus BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP within 90 days and critical care experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required from an Accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• RRT credential (NBRC) and WA license required, with BLS, ACLS/PALS/NRP within 90 days.
• Critical Care experience is required.
• Maintain regulatory requirements and adhere to mission and ethics.
• Strong communication and teamwork with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency care such as artificial respiration or CPR assistance.
• Monitor vital signs and arterial blood gases; report concerns to a physician.
• Obtain ABGs, EKGs and other testing as appropriate.
• Set up and operate devices: high flow oxygen, Bipap, ventilators and related systems.
• Support the clinical team through training or instruction as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses and others to manage patient care.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information and records.
• Document and store patient data in written or electronic form.

Skills

Emergency care

Vital signs monitoring

ABG testing

Ventilator management

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Care

RRT NBRC credential

WA Respiratory Therapist license

Job description

Newport Hospital & Health Services
714 W. Pine St
Newport, WA 99156, USA

Description

Primary Scheduled Hours: Per Diem, Variable - 12 hour shifts

Job Summary:Provides respiratory assessment, support, treatment or diagnostic test for acute care, emergency room or outpatient as needed.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide emergency care, such as artificial respiration, or assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Monitor patient's physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, or blood chemistry changes, and consult with physician if adverse reactions occur.
• Obtains ABGs, EKGs and other testing as appropriate.
• Set up and operate devices, such as, high flow oxygen, Bipap, mechanical ventilators, environmental control systems, or aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
• Support clinical team regarding area of expertise through training or instruction.
• Work as part of a team of physicians, nurses, or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
• Maintain confidentiality of patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
• Documenting, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic form to maintain patient records.

Education Background and Experience Requirements

Associate degree required from an Accredited Respiratory Care Program

Required Licensure / Certifications:

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential (NBRC) to be kept up to date, Respiratory Therapist WA license, BLS, ACLS/PALS/NRP within 90 days

Required Experience:

Critical Care Experience

Professional Requirements:

• Maintain regulatory requirements
• Report to work on time and as scheduled; complete work within designated timelines.
• Demonstrates the ability to adhere to the mission, ethics and goals of the District.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate with patients, guests and staff in a courteous, respectful and helpful manner.

Compensation/How We Care For You:

Successful candidates typically begin between the beginning and midpoint of the compensation range dependent on qualifications/experience and receive compensation in increments increases annually.

• Retirement with a 6% dollar for dollar employer match
• Life and Disability Insurance
• AFLAC
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bonus, if eligible upon Board approval
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Opportunities

Newport Hospital & Health Services (NHHS) is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. NHHS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

NHHS employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

NHHS is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities.

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