Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) | Full-Time

thestaffpad; Las Vegas (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Rx

Dental

Vision

Life & AD&D Insurance

Retirement Plans

PTO

Leave of Absence

Maternity/Disability Leave

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

The Staff Pad is partnering with a healthcare provider in Las Vegas, NM to hire a Respiratory Therapist (RRT). You will perform patient assessments, EKGs, ventilator management, and deliver comprehensive cardiopulmonary care in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include education for patients and families, collaboration with physicians and nurses, and maintaining accurate documentation while complying with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Requires associate degree in respiratory science or equivalent.
• Minimum two years of hospital experience preferred.
• Current NM RRT license.
• BLS, ACLS; NRP and PALS within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive cardiopulmonary assessments to develop treatment plans.
• Perform EKGs, assist with intubations, and manage ventilators.
• Administer respiratory treatments, airway care, and ventilation management.
• Provide respiratory care consultation to physicians, nurses, and staff.
• Ensure proper equipment use and adherence to best practices.

Skills

Cardiopulmonary care

EKG interpretation

Ventilator management

Patient education

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Science

Job description

The Staff Pad is proud to partner with a respected healthcare provider in Las Vegas, New Mexico, to find a compassionate and skilled Respiratory Therapist (RRT). If you're passionate about delivering exceptional cardiopulmonary care in a collaborative hospital setting, we'd love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

In this role you will be responsible for providing comprehensive cardiopulmonary care, including assessment, diagnostic evaluation, interpretation, and treatment of patients. This role also involves consulting, offering technical direction, and providing instruction to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare staff.

Schedule

Full-Time

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and interpret results to develop treatment plans for cardiopulmonary conditions
• Perform EKGs, assist with intubations, and manage ventilators
• Administer respiratory treatments, airway care, and ventilation management
• Provide respiratory care consultation and guidance to physicians, nurses, and clinical staff
• Offer technical expertise to ensure proper equipment use and adherence to best practices
• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatments, and home care
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and safety standards

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Science or equivalent
• Minimum of two years of hospital experience preferred
• Current New Mexico Respiratory Care Practitioner License (RRT)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within 30 days of hire
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within 30 days of hire

Benefits

• Medical
• Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• PTO
• Leave of Absence
• Maternity/Disability Leave
• Flexible Spending Account

What You Can Expect

Exceptional patient care starts with a team that feels valued, supported, and empowered - backed by comprehensive compensation and benefits every step of the way