Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT

Ardent Health Services; Tulsa, Northern (OK, KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Paid time off

Comprehensive health benefits

Tech-enabled patient care

Job summary

Hillcrest Hospital South in Tulsa, OK seeks a day-shift, full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our patient-focused team. You will be responsible for ECG/rhythm monitoring, oxygen therapy, and ventilator checks, while delivering compassionate care.

Required qualifications include an accredited respiratory therapy program, NBRC credential (RRT or eligible), Oklahoma license, BLS within 14 days, and ACLS within 6 months. Join a hospital committed to growth and excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program with NBRC credential (RRT preferred or eligible).
• Active Oklahoma Respiratory Care Professional License.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire or transfer; ACLS within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, run and log routine ECG and rhythm strips.
• Prepare and administer oxygen therapy via nasal cannulae, masks, venturi, non-rebreathers and high-flow systems.
• Administer aerosol therapies if nursery trained (bland aerosols, Ezpap, small volume nebulizers).
• Perform and teach Incentive Spirometry.
• Interpret and report vital signs and pulse oximetry as indicated.
• Perform postural drainage and percussion.
• Perform ventilator monitoring checks and adjust circuits as needed.
• Observe confidentiality and maintain ethical standards in patient information.

Skills

RRT NBRC credential

Oklahoma license

Education

AS degree in Respiratory Therapy

BS degree preferred

Job description

Join our team as a day-shift, full-time, Respiratory Therapist in Tulsa, OK.

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:

• Hillcrest Hospital South, a full-service 180-bed facility located in south Tulsa, offers a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services utilizing cutting-edge technology in a welcoming community environment. As the only DNV Orthopedic Center of Excellence (OCE) in Oklahoma, Hillcrest South stands out for its exceptional orthopedic care. The hospital’s RN residency program is accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Practice Transition Accreditation Program and Pathway to Excellence, ensuring high-quality training for nurses.

• Prepares, runs and logs routine ECG and rhythm strips.
• Prepares and administers oxygen therapy utilizing nasal cannulas, masks, venturi marks, non-rebreathers, simple oxygen masks and oxygen hoods, heated high flow nasal cannulas.
• (If nursery trained) Prepares and administers aerosol modalities using bland aerosols, Ezpap, and small volume nebulizers.
• Performs and teaches Incentive Spirometry.
• Interprets and reports vital signs and pulse oximetry as indicated.
• Performs postural drainage and percussion.
• Performs ventilator monitoring checks and changes ventilator circuits.
• Osculates and identifies various breath sounds.
• Performs allens test and arterial blood gases.
• Observe professional ethics in maintaining confidential information acquired regarding personal, financial, medical or employment of patients, families, and employees of Hillcrest South.

Job Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy education program (CoARC or CAAHP) with minimally 20 quarter hours of science (A.S. degree required/ B.S. degree preferred).
  NBRC credential as a RRT or new graduate that obtains RRT NBRC credential within 6 months of graduation and or a newly hired CRT that obtains RRT within 6 months of hire.
  Active Oklahoma Respiratory Care Professional License as outlined by the OK Medical Board.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Must obtain ACLS, within 6 months of hire.