Registered Respiratory Therapist - Rrt

Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center; Bandon (OR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center in Bandon, Oregon, is seeking a part-time Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). The role focuses on assessing patients, delivering prescribed therapy, and educating patients and families about cardiopulmonary care.

Requirements include AS degree, graduation from an approved RT program, Oregon RCP license, NBRC credentials, and BLS/ACLS/PALS. One year of acute-care experience preferred; strong communication and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved school of Respiratory Therapy.
• Associate of Science Degree is required.
• Current Oregon RCP license is required.
• NBRC credentialing is required.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification required.
• One year of experience in acute-care respiratory therapy.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a drive to provide exceptional service.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication and computer proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and prioritize respiratory needs.
• Lead to prescribed therapy and cardiopulmonary care.
• Educate patients on treatments and care of the cardiopulmonary system.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication (oral and written)

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Associate of Science Degree

Graduate from an approved RT program

NBRC credentialing

Oregon RCP license

BLS ACLS PALS certifications

Job description

Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center (SCHHC) is a Critical Access Hospital in Bandon Oregon. Our mission is \"Quality healthcare with a personal touch\". Does that resonate with you? If so, come join our talented employees.

SCHHC has a part-time opening for a Registered Respiratory Therapist ( RRT ). The RRT identifies and prioritizes the needs of a patient by using proper assessment, leading to required treatment and care with the ability to educate patients on treatments and care of the cardiopulmonary system.

Skills, Knowledge, & Experience Requirements:

• Graduate from an approved school of Respiratory Therapy is required.


• Associate of Science Degree is required.


• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner - RCP - license in Oregon is required.


• National Board of Respiratory Care credentialing is required.


• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification required.


• One year of experience in Respiratory Therapy and pulmonary medicine in an acute-care setting is required.


• Strong interpersonal skills with a drive to provide exceptional service.


• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.


• Attention to detail and organizational skills.


• Excellent oral and written communication, organizational skills, and computer proficiency specifically in Microsoft Office and online software.

Shifts / Schedule:

Part-Time, variable

This is a Part-Time position that is eligible for benefits. SCHHC pays the full employee-only amount for Health, Dental, Vision, and Basic Life & AD&D insurance.

Employment with Southern Coos Hospital is contingent upon an acceptable pre-employment drug screening and background check.

Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any candidate or employee. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center is a drug-free, tobacco-free, and smoke-free campus.