Registered Respiratory Therapist

Valleywise Health; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

Valleywise Health in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide cardiopulmonary services under the supervision of the Respiratory Care Services Medical Director and Department Director. You will set up, operate, and administer respiratory care procedures in line with physician orders and department policies.

The role requires an AMA-approved two-year RT program, NBRC‑RRT registration, AZ licensure, BLS and ACLS on hire, and PALS within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a two-year AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy Program.
• Six months of recent work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide cardiopulmonary services per physician orders.
• Set up, operate, and administer respiratory care procedures.
• Utilize advanced mechanical ventilation techniques.
• Maintain knowledge of department policies and procedures.

Skills

Ventilator management

Clinical assessment

Basic computer use

Care plan modification

English proficiency

Education

Two-year AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy Program

Job description

Under the supervision of the Respiratory Care Services Medical Director and Department Director and/or Manager, the Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing cardiopulmonary services in accordance with specific physician's orders, department policies, and procedures. Must have a wide range of knowledge and skills to set up,operate, and administer all types of respiratory care procedures in diagnosing and treating respiratory disease and illness, and includes extensive competency in the use of advanced mechanical ventilation techniques.

Hourly Pay Rate: $29.20 - $43.07
Part Time Position - 20 hours per week

Qualifications

Education:

• Requiresgraduation from a two (2) year A.M.A. approved Respiratory Therapy Program.

Experience:

• Prefer six (6) months of recent work experience.

Certification/Licensure:

• Must be registered (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and licensed (or temporary license) by the Arizona Board of Respiratory Care Examiners.
• Requires BLS and ACLS through an approved American Heart Association (AHA) training center upon hire.
• Requires PALS through an approved American Heart Association RQI program within the first 30 days.
• Prefer certification in NRP.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Requires the ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
• Knowledge of additional languages is preferred.
• Must have basic computer knowledge.
• Must have the ability to plan, modify, and coordinate respiratory care and treatments.
• Must be able to administer therapeutic agents and treatments, observe patients, and determine the effects of treatment.