Respiratory Care Practitioner

La-Paz-Regional-Hospital-; Parker (AZ); Presencial; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The Respiratory Care Practitioner at La Paz Regional Hospital provides comprehensive respiratory care to neonates through geriatrics in Parker, AZ. You will assess patients, administer therapies, manage oxygen delivery, monitor ventilators, and perform diagnostic procedures per physician orders and protocols.

You will collaborate with physicians, nursing staff and the care team to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate treatment while documenting accurately and adhering to department

Qualificações

• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Arizona State Respiratory Therapist License and CRT or RRT credential.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Knowledge of respiratory therapy treatments, oxygen delivery systems, ventilation, and airway management.
• Ability to operate respiratory care equipment and document findings.
• Strong English communication and teamwork skills.

Responsabilidades

• Provide respiratory care to patients of all ages per orders and protocols.
• Assess conditions, administer treatments, monitor oxygen systems and ventilation.
• Perform diagnostic procedures and document patient care accurately.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals.

Conhecimentos

CRT or RRT

BLS

ACLS

English communication

Ventilator management

ABG analysis

Team collaboration

Formação académica

AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy

Arizona Respiratory Therapist License

Descrição da oferta de emprego

POSITION SUMMARYThe Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for providing respiratory care services to patients of all ages, including neonates, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations. This position involves assessing patients, administering respiratory treatments, managing oxygen delivery systems, monitoring mechanical ventilation, and performing diagnostic procedures in accordance with physician orders and established departmental protocols. The Respiratory Care Practitioner works collaboratively with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate patient care. Performs other duties as assigned by departmental leadership or the Director, including responsibilities not specifically outlined in this job description.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSGraduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy. Requires a current Arizona State Respiratory Therapist License and Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential. Must maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.Requires knowledge of respiratory therapy treatments, oxygen delivery systems, mechanical ventilation, and airway management. Must demonstrate the ability to safely and effectively operate respiratory care equipment, assess patient conditions, recognize changes, and communicate findings appropriately.Requires basic computer knowledge and the ability to maintain accurate patient documentation. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are required, along with the ability to work collaboratively with physicians, nursing staff, patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including applicable vision, hearing, movement, and repetitive motion requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSTwo years of respiratory therapy experience preferred; however, new graduates with current Arizona licensure are encouraged to apply.Previous experience providing respiratory care to neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patient populations is preferred. Experience operating arterial blood gas (ABG) analyzers, mechanical ventilators, intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) equipment, EKG equipment, Holter monitors, Vapotherm, and airway clearance devices is preferred.Additional language proficiency and previous experience in a hospital or acute care setting are preferred.Additional related education and/or experience preferred.