Registered Respiratory Therapist (PRN)

BJC HealthCare; Missouri; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

BJC HealthCare is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join their community hospital team in Missouri. This role involves providing critical respiratory care, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant degree and necessary certifications. This position allows for growth in a supportive environment with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Disability insurance paid by BJC

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition assistance from day one

Qualifications

• Education in Respiratory Therapy required.
• No prior experience necessary.
• Licenses in BLS and respiratory care required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care activities related to respiratory care.
• Educates patients and families on respiratory therapy treatments.
• Performs various diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Education

Associate's degree or CoARC accredited program in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Respiratory Care Practitioner certification

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

Join the Respiratory Team at BJC Healthcare - Barnes - Jewish St. Peters Hospital. BJC Healthcare is dedicated to your growth and development. Be a part of an environment where you can thrive.

• PRN - 3 Shifts Every 6 Week Schedule
• 1 Weekend shift required and 1 holiday per year required
• Hours 6:00pm-6:00am

Overview

Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital proudly serves the health care needs of families in St. Charles, Lincoln and Warren counties. The 102-bed community hospital provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services including the Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, the Breast Health and Women’s Center, the Cardiology Center, the Neurosurgery Center and the Outpatient Surgery and Endoscopy Center.

Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital is an Accredited Chest Pain Center and carries a Level II stroke certification. Additionally, the hospital’s medical office building houses offices for specialists in primary care, cardiology, obstetrics, dermatology, surgery and pulmonology. Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital also offers outpatient services including physical therapy, a sleep lab, and cardio-pulmonary rehabilitation.

At Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, every decision is made in the best interest of patients and families. The Respiratory Care team works side by side with the Nurses and Physicians and provide services to all areas of the hospital.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

Provides direct patient care activities related to respiratory care including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation within the guidelines of the hospital and department. Can independently apply advanced clinical respiratory expertise and scientific knowledge including best practices serving as a resource to others as part of the patient care team. Ensures patient safety by providing care in an effective, developmentally and age appropriate manner while complying with all quality and regulatory requirements as well as quality improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Effectively communicates by participating in the exchange of information including documentation, handoff and works collaboratively with the healthcare team.

Provides education and training about respiratory therapy treatments and procedures to others including patients, families, students, new employees and members of the healthcare team utilizing diversity and learning styles.

Holds self-accountable and seeks out opportunities for continuous learning and feedback and is able to perform multiple related duties, prioritizing and applying effective time management.

Performs various diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures according to established standards, procedures, guidelines and policies. Applies respiratory knowledge and clinical expertise, including the ability to assess, analyze and troubleshoot as needed.

Demonstrates advanced clinical and critical care skills to support additional job responsibilities such as ECMO support, mechanical ventilator support, bronchoscopies, sleep lab, labor and delivery, cardiopulmonary and circulatory rehabilitation, Basic Life Support (BLS), etc. as needed.

Minimum Requirements

Education

Assoc or CoARC Accredited Prog

- Respiratory Therapy

Experience

No Experience

Supervisor Experience

No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Basic Cardiovascular Life Sup

Respiratory Care Practitioner

RRT

Preferred Requirements

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

To learn more, go to www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits

*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer