Respiratory Care Practitioner 2 - Adult - Nights

Oregon Health & Science University; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing critical bedside respiratory care in various settings, including adult ICUs and emergency departments. You will be responsible for therapeutic interventions, diagnostic procedures, and ensuring high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a commitment to teamwork, along with the necessary credentials and certifications. Join a respected institution that values diversity and inclusion, and make a meaningful impact on patient health and recovery.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from a CoARC accredited respiratory therapy program required.
• Current Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner credential needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic interventions and diagnostic procedures for patients.
• Assist in training new Respiratory Therapists and healthcare team members.

Skills

Airway management

Therapeutic gases

Ventilator management

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Diagnostic procedures

Education

Associate degree in respiratory therapy

Bachelor degree

Tools

Spirometry equipment

Point of care testing tools

Job description

Department Overview

This is an Adult Respiratory Care position. Work units include South Waterfront, adult ICUs, Emergency Department, and pediatric & adult acute/intermediate care wards. Respiratory Therapists at OHSU provide bedside respiratory care modalities in accordance with hospital and departmental guidelines as ordered by healthcare providers.

Function/Duties of Position

• Provides therapeutic interventions including but not limited to: airway management, therapeutic gases and ventilator management, newborn resuscitation, cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Performs diagnostic procedures including but not limited to: sampling of arterial blood, bedside spirometry, spontaneous ventilatory parameters, point of care testing.
• Therapeutic modalities and communication approached with reference to age specific needs of the patient, including Doernbecher Children's Hospital Family Centered Care Program.
• Assists other Respiratory Care Practitioners and health professionals to provide quality patient care in the spirit of teamwork. Trains new Respiratory Therapists, students and other healthcare team members.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by a manager, supervisor or lead worker.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of an associate degree from a respiratory therapy education program supported or accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC).
• A current, valid Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner's (LRCP) credential issued by the Health Licensing Office for the State of Oregon
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree
• 2 years of clinical respiratory care
• Adult Critical Care Specialty (ACCS) credential issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)

All are welcome

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or [e-mail].