Registered Respiratory Therapist

IU Health; Avon (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Education opportunities

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for the West Hospital, with a day shift of 7am-7pm. The role emphasizes patient advocacy, collaboration with care teams, and use of advanced respiratory therapies.

The position offers growth through continued education, certification opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and a clear promotional ladder within IU Health. A $30,000 sign-on is available for eligible external candidates.

Qualifications

• Requires current license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in Indiana.
• Graduation from a CoARC-accredited respiratory care program.
• NBRC registry exam within 6 months of hire date; RRT banner may apply.
• Healthcare Provider Certification; advanced life support may be required per unit.
• ACLS/PALS/NRP preferred; strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential patient information; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with patients to evaluate and treat cardiopulmonary disorders.
• Collaborate with nurses, Advanced Respiratory Therapists and Clinical Specialists.
• Participate in bedside rounds and act as a patient advocate.
• Grow medical knowledge and skills through continued education and teamwork.

Skills

Customer service

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Education

Indiana Respiratory Care License

CoARC-accredited program

Tools

EMR

Job description

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. People who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People motivated to do their best every day. People who are always ready to apply themselves. As one of Indiana's largest employers, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation, and education, and make Indiana one of the nation's healthiest states.

Are you interested in utilizing your Respiratory Therapy license in a way that can benefit the lives of your patients, your community, and those you work with? Then working as Registered Respiratory Therapist at IU Health is the perfect opportunity!

Preview a day in the life of a Respiratory Therapist at IU Health.

Our Respiratory Therapists (RT) work closely with our patients to evaluate and treat patients with cardiopulmonary disorders ranging in modalities and demographics. We are also responsible for collaborating with various different entities in the hospital setting including nurses, Advanced Respiratory Therapists, and Clinical Specialists to ensure total customer happiness and support.

Outside of working with groundbreaking technologies and therapies, our RTs get the opportunity to grow their medical knowledge and skills. They do this by working closely with patients and team members to build personalized therapies. Along with endless opportunities for continued advancement, our Respiratory teams also have a phenomenal promotional ladder within IU Health to continue their professional advancement.

IU Health also offers different opportunities for career and professional development for our staff that qualify for benefits. This includes continued education and certification opportunities and tuition reimbursement.

About This Position:

• Day shift, 7am-7pm


• Sign On Bonus of $30,000 to Eligible External Candidates


• Weekend Requirement of Every 4th Weekend


• Participate in bedside rounds & be a patient advocate


• Location: West Hospital

Requirements:

• Requires current license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner from the state of Indiana.


• Requires graduation from a CoARC (Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) and regionally accredited respiratory care program.


• Requires that the N.B.R.C. (National Board for Respiratory Care) registry exam be passed within 6 months of hire date. The 6-month requirement for the RRT is void if hire date is one year past graduation date.


• Requires Healthcare Provider Certification. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.


• Preferred ACLS; PALS; and/or NRP certification.


• Requires strong customer service skills.


• Requires effective written and verbal communication skills.


• Requires the ability to deal with confidential patient information.


• Requires basic computer skills and ability to work with EMR.