Registered Respiratory Therapist / RRT Flight Team

Ardent Health Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Flight Team Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their team in Albuquerque. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive, people-first environment where your contributions are valued. You'll be responsible for delivering effective respiratory treatment to both critical and non-critical patients, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations. The organization emphasizes career growth opportunities and wellness resources, making it an ideal place for professionals looking to thrive in their careers. If you're passionate about making healthcare better, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy required, with NM Respiratory Care License.
• BLS certification is mandatory; preferred certifications include PALS, NRP, or ACLS.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate safe delivery of respiratory treatment to patients as per standards.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations for patient safety.

Skills

Respiratory Treatment

Patient Safety

Critical Care

Education

Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelors Degree in related field

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a rotating shift, PRN, Flight Team 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 and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with 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 Women’s Hospital is a 53-bed advanced neonatal intensive care unit, family care unit, an award-winning breast care center and the first robotic surgery program in the state recognized as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by Surgical Review Corporation.

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Program. Related experience may be substituted for related education.
• Current NM Respiratory Care License.
• BLS.

Preferred Job Requirements:

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