Registered Respiratory Therapist

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $30,000

Night shift differential

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking Respiratory Therapists for night shift at University Hospital. The role involves bedside rounds, patient advocacy, and collaboration with nurses, Advanced Respiratory Therapists, and Clinical Specialists to ensure optimal patient care.

The position offers a 24-hour per week schedule with night shift pay differential and a $30,000 sign-on bonus for eligible external candidates. Weekend work required every 4th weekend; referral eligible.

Qualifications

• Requires license as Respiratory Care Practitioner in Indiana
• Graduation from a CoARC-accredited respiratory care program
• NBRC registry exam within 6 months of hire date (or one year since graduation)
• Healthcare Provider Certification required; advanced life support certifications may be required per unit
• ACLS/PALS/NRP preferred
• Strong customer service skills
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Ability to handle confidential patient information
• Basic computer skills and EMR proficiency

Responsibilities

• Participate in bedside rounds and act as a patient advocate
• Collaborate with nurses, Advanced Respiratory Therapists, and Clinical Specialists to ensure patient happiness and support
• Provide cardiopulmonary care across diverse patient populations

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Confidentiality

Education

CoARC-accredited respiratory care 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.

About This Position

• Night Shift, Benefit Eligible, 24 hours per week
• Night Shift Pay Differential included
• Sign On Bonus of $30,000 to Eligible External Candidates
• Weekend Requirement of Every 4th Weekend
• Participate in bedside rounds & be a patient advocate
• Referral Eligible Position
• Location: University 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.

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.