Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Respiratory Care/Per Diem

Davita Inc.; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to assess, administer, and monitor respiratory therapy in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Applicants must have a CoARC accredited program completion, state licensure, and required certifications, ensuring high standards of patient care in a dynamic clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Active New Mexico Respiratory Care Practitioner license required.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association is mandatory.
• Preferred certifications: ACLS, PALS, NRP.

Responsibilities

• Administers, monitors and provides respiratory care procedures.
• Responsible to the Manager of Respiratory Therapy Center.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Education

CoARC accredited respiratory care program

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Assesses, administers, monitors and provides therapy and objective measurement for respiratory care procedures.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: Successful completion of a CoARC accredited respiratory care program for registered respiratory therapists.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Possesses and provides an active New Mexico Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license and is in "good standing" with all regulatory agencies. The practitioner may not be eligible for employment or continued employment if there are restrictions or disciplinary proceedings pending. Provides documentation of the NBRC's RRT credential. Possesses and provides proof of the minimum certification of Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association. Additional ACLS, PALS and NRP certifications are preferred. The employee is responsible for maintaining all licenses and certifications throughout the duration of employment.

SKILLS: Manual dexterity to provide respiratory therapy and operate equipment.

EXPERIENCE: Experience in all age-specific competency groups preferred.

NATURE OF SUPERVISION:

-Responsible to: Manager of Respiratory Therapy Center

ENVIRONMENT:

• Bloodborne pathogen -- C


• Routine exposure to aerosol or serum-borne pathogens.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and manual dexterity.