Registered Respiratory Therapist

Ascension; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan

PTO & holidays

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Employee counseling

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Legal & pet insurance

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension St. Vincent in Evansville, IN is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our on-site team. This part-time role (4 hours per week) supports the respiratory care department and contributes to high-quality patient outcomes.

You will lead individualized pulmonary care plans, perform advanced respiratory treatments, and monitor patients to ensure optimal recovery. Collaboration with the emergency resuscitation team is essential to provide timely life-saving interventions.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire date.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from Indiana RC Committee.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist NBRC credentialed within 12 months.
• Advanced Life Support preferred (ACLS).
• Neonatal Resuscitation certification preferred.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years experience OR Associate/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized pulmonary care plans based on diagnoses and determine treatment frequency.
• Perform advanced respiratory care and monitor clinical conditions to ensure high standards of treatment.
• Evaluate effectiveness of respiratory practices and medications, adjusting care plans to meet recovery goals.
• Educate patients and families and connect them with community resources and support programs.
• Provide life-saving interventions as part of the emergency resuscitation team.

Education

BLS Provider certificate (within 30 days of hire)

Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed (Indiana)

NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist

ACLS/Advanced Life Support (preferred)

Neonatal Resuscitation certification (preferred)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred)

High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years experience OR Associate/Technical degree OR 4 years related experience

Job description

• Locations Evansville, IN, United States (On-site)

Benefits Statement

Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Job Description

• Facility:Ascension St. Vincent
• Department/Specialty: Respiratory Therapy
• Schedule: Part Time| Rotating, 4 Hours/Week

How you’ll make an impact in this role

Lead the development of individualized pulmonary care plans by assessing patient diagnoses to determine the most effective treatment type and frequency.

Optimize patient outcomes by performing advanced respiratory care and vigilantly monitoring clinical conditions to ensure the highest standard of treatment.

Evaluate the effectiveness of respiratory practices and medication administration, proactively adjusting plans of care to ensure patients are reaching their recovery goals.

Empower patients and their families by providing clear education on their health conditions and connecting them with vital community resources and support programs.

Respond with precision and expertise as a key member of the emergency resuscitation team, providing life-saving interventions when they are needed most.

What minimum qualifications you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Indiana Respiratory Care Committee obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.
  Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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