Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) - PRN Nights | Oklahoma City LTACH

PAM Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) to join their team and provide essential care for critically ill patients. Candidates should be certified or licensed in respiratory care and have at least one year of clinical experience. This role includes performing therapy and diagnostic procedures while ensuring equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

• Must be certified or licensed in the state to practice respiratory care.
• Minimum one-year clinical respiratory experience preferred.
• Blood gas licensure required in Nevada if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine therapy and cardiopulmonary procedures for patients.
• Maintains equipment and provides lab testing as required.

Skills

Clinical Respiratory Experience

Therapy and Diagnostic Procedures

Phlebotomy

Education

High School Diploma (minimum)

Associate Degree (preferred)

BLS and ACLS Certification

Job description

Overview

We are looking for aRespiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)to join our team and care for our diverse patient population. The ideal candidate will have prior inpatient hospital experience or a desire and commitment to learn.

At PAM Health, we care for chronically and critically ill patients who require extended hospital care. PAM Health has over 80 hospital locations and employs over 11,000 people across the country. Our teams work together to deliver the highest level of compassionate care ensuring the best possible outcome for our patients.

Responsibilities

The Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) performs routine therapy, diagnostic and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures for patients in PAM Health hospitals and maintains all equipment in working order. Provides phlebotomy and basic laboratory testing for the patient population as required or requested.

Qualifications

• Education and Training: Must be certified or licensed in the state where the hospital resides to practice respiratory care. Must possess and maintain current BLS and ACLS certification. Blood gas licensure required if employed in the state of Nevada. For hospitals that perform arterial punctures and/or run blood gases, at least a high school diploma is required, preferably an associate degree.
• Experience: Minimum of one-year clinical respiratory experience preferred.