REGISTERED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST

Campbell County Health; Gillette (WY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Campbell County Health in Gillette is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to support diagnosis, treatment and management of pulmonary disorders. The role will perform diagnostic and therapeutic modalities, collect and analyze specimens, and coordinate with the RT team to meet patient care goals.

Responsibilities include EMR documentation, maintaining confidentiality, effective communication with internal and external customers, and adherence to licensure and hospital policies.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the initiation, maintenance, billing, and completion of the admission and discharge process.
• Maintains confidentiality of all personnel and patient care information.
• Performs a full range of diagnostic and treatment/medication modalities within the scope of practice.
• Monitors equipment and integrity.
• Responds to after hour call back.
• Ensures EMR documentation.
• Maintains professional standards, completes required continuing education/certificates.

Job description

ABOUT CAMPBELL COUNTY HEALTH

Campbell County Health (CCH) is more than just a hospital—we are a comprehensive healthcare system serving northeast Wyoming. Our organization includes Campbell County Memorial Hospital, a 90-bed acute care community hospital in Gillette; Campbell County Medical Group, featuring nearly 20 specialty and primary care clinics—including locations in Wright and Hulett; and The Legacy Living & Rehabilitation Center,a long-term care facility.

To be responsive to our employee’s needs we offer:

• Generous PTO accrual(increases with tenure)
• Paid sick leave days
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Savings Account
• 403(b) with employer match
• Early Childhood Center, discounted on-site childcare
• And more! Click here to learn more about our full benefits package

JOB SUMMARY

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases. Also measures the lung capacity of a patient to determine if there is impaired function. Administers treatment prescribed by a physician for the care of patients with abnormalities associated with the process of breathing.Works under the direction of the RT Manager and performs all duties required to support and coordinate departmental functions. Participates in the department’s goal of meeting the CCH mission, vision and values. Respiratory Therapists practice according to the rules and regulations of licensure by the Wyoming State Board of Respiratory Care and the American Association of Respiratory Care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists with the initiation, maintenance, billing, and completion of the admission and discharge process.
• Encourages cost savings for the department and organization.
• Exhibits excellent customer service.
• Responsible for EMR documentation.
• Maintains confidentiality of all personnel and patient care information.
• Communicates effectively with internal and external customers.
• Monitors equipment and integrity.
• Maintains professional standards, completes required continuing education/certificates.
• Responds to after hour call back.
• Performs decontamination of equipment assembly and calibration.
• Assists with patient and family education.
• Performs a full range of diagnostic and treatment/medication modalities within the scope of practice.
• RTs who provide coverage for the Sleep Center must maintain 10 sleep related CEUs per calendar year.
• Must be free from governmental sanctions involving health care and/or financial practices.
• Complies with the hospital’s Corporate Compliance Program including, but not limited to, the Code of Conduct, laws and regulations, and hospital policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned. This list is non-exhaustive.