Respiratory Care Practitioner I

Saint Luke's; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Luke's in the United States is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform the full scope of practice, including diagnostic testing, treatment planning, and therapy interventions in collaboration with the medical team.

The role emphasizes patient and family education, discharge planning, and participation in performance improvement activities, continuing education, and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Less than 1 year of applicable experience.
• Basic Life Support certification (American Heart Association or Red Cross).
• License-Respiratory Therapy - various.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist - various.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of the scope of practice of a respiratory therapist.
• Collaborate with the medical staff and health care team to support patient care and family education.
• Provide patient and family education and discharge planning.
• Participate in performance improvement activities, continuing education and professional development.

Education

Associate Degree

Job description

Job Description

Perform all aspects of the scope of practice of a respiratory therapist and where applicable cardiopulmonary scope of practice. Scope of practice includes but is not limited to diagnostic and metabolic testing patient assessment treatment planning and therapeutic interventions analysis and reporting of clinical response. Therapists work in collaboration with the medical staff and other members of the health care team to support efficient cost effective and quality patient and family care as well as providing patient and family education and discharge planning. The position supports system facility and department growth and quality through participation in performance improvement activities continuing education and professional growth and development activities along with other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Applicable Experience:

• Less than 1 year
• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross, License-Respiratory Therapy - Various, Registered Respiratory Therapist - Various
• Associate Degree

Job Details

• Full Time
• Night (United States of America)