Registered Respiratory Therapist

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift differential

Sign-on bonus

Relocation bonus

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for the Methodist Hospital location. You will evaluate and treat patients with cardiopulmonary disorders, collaborate with nurses and clinical specialists, and advocate for patient care.

The role offers night shift differential, a sign-on bonus of up to $30,000 for eligible external candidates, relocation assistance up to $10,000, and a pathway for professional growth within IU Health.

Qualifications

• Requires Indiana license as Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Requires graduation from a CoARC-accredited respiratory care program.
• NBRC registry exam must be passed within 6 months of hire date.
• Healthcare Provider Certification; ACLS/PALS/NRP preferred per unit requirements.
• Strong customer service and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential patient information.
• Basic computer skills and EMR proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with cardiopulmonary disorders in collaboration with nurses and clinicians.
• Participate in bedside rounds and advocate for patient care.
• Collaborate with care teams to ensure high-quality, compassionate patient outcomes.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

EMR proficiency

Confidentiality

Education

CoARC-accredited respiratory care program

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Overview

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.

Overview

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!

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About This Position:

• Night Shift Pay Differential included
• Sign On Bonus of $30,000 to Eligible External Candidates
• Relocation Bonus of up to $10,000 available to Eligible External Candidates based on their location
• Weekend Requirement of Every 4th Weekend
• Participate in bedside rounds & be a patient advocate
• Referral Eligible Position
• Location: Methodist Hospital

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.

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.

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.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.