Registered Respiratory Therapist/ RRT

Ardent Health Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for night shift, full-time employment to deliver respiratory care in a high-quality hospital setting.

You will coordinate treatments, adhere to standards, and maintain licensure and certifications as required, including BLS, NM licensure, and continued education.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Current NM Respiratory Care License.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the safe delivery of respiratory treatment in accordance with standards, orders, staffing, and policies.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

BLS

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a night shift, full-time Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Albuquerque, NM.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Lovelace Medical Center (LMC), in the heart of Albuquerque, is an acute care hospital providing comprehensive care, including around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services, non-invasive robotic spine surgery, stroke care, radiology, and oncology services. LMC recently acquired New Mexico's first Intuitive da Vinci 5 surgical system, demonstrating its commitment to the most advanced technology available in minimally invasive surgery. LMC has 263 licensed beds.

Responsibilities

Coordinates the safe delivery of appropriate and effective respiratory treatment to critical and non-critical patients in accordance with current standards of practice, physicians' orders, staffing levels, and organizational policies. Adheres to policy, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Program. Related experience may be substituted for related education.
• Current NM Respiratory Care License.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• One (1) year of related experience.
• AARC Membership.
• National Specialty Certification.
• PALS, NRP, or ACLS may be required by the facility/department.