Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT) - Per Diem/Nights - $38.14/hr

Azkrmc; Kingman (AZ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Time

403b Retirement Plan with Employer Con

Scholarship Program for qualified indi

Job summary

Kingman Regional Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner III - RRT for Per Diem/Nights. You will apply clinical expertise to evaluate and treat patients, interpret blood gases, and adjust ventilator settings per physician orders.

The role emphasizes pulmonary function testing, patient education, and collaboration with the care team. A valid AZ license and RRT credential are required; ACLS/PALS are preferred. This position offers per diem, night shifts, and benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Respiratory Therapy program with active Arizona license.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in good standing.
• Basic Life Support certification (American Heart Association).
• Experience educating patients with chronic lung conditions.
• ACLS and PALS certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat adult/pediatric patients per physician orders.
• Interpret blood gases and manage ventilator parameters.
• Document assessments and therapies accurately.
• Conduct pulmonary function testing and promote PFT program.
• Participate in interdisciplinary conferences and rehab program operations.
• Provide patient and family education and counseling.

Skills

Educating patients with chronic lung条件

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate of a Respiratory Therapy program

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in Arizona

BLS through American Heart Association

COPD educator course (preferred)

Tools

ACLS

PALS

Job description

Unlock your potential for professional development! We are hiring a Respiratory Care Practitioner III -RRT (Per Diem/Nights) $38.14/hr, to join our Respiratory Therapy Team!

Located in northwest Arizona, Kingman has a mild climate with stunning Arizona sunsets! In the shadows of beautiful mountain ranges and nearby lakes, Kingman is an outdoor enthusiasts' paradise with abundant sunshine and is a great community to live, work and play!

Benefits (Per Diem, Part Time, Temporary Employees):

• Paid Sick Time
• 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
• Scholarship Program for qualified individuals pursuing a first degree in healthcare related field
• On-site daycare exclusive to our employees’ children of all ages
• Employee Discounts

Key Responsibilities

Must possess a level of clinical expertise, including but not limited to, an understanding of the adult/pediatric patient’s condition, determine appropriate care, deliver emergency care as needed, and verbalize the indication and rationale for therapy with the attending physician. Must possess the interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patient/family members, visitors, and personnel of other healthcare organizations. Must have the ability to interpret blood gases and manipulate ventilator parameters to attain therapeutic goals as per physician orders. Must be able to manage time to complete patient workload according to the physician-prescribed schedule. Must be able to document effectively and in detail, all patient assessment and therapy, in the patient and departmental records. Must be able to perform pulmonary initial evaluation/assessment, have the knowledge necessary to provide in depth evaluation of patients with chronic lung condition, and be able to evaluate patients’ needs on both their inpatient stay and what needs exist when patient is discharged. Must possess the knowledge and ability to conduct Pulmonary Function Testing, and marketing or promoting the PFT program. Must have working knowledge of Quality Assurance, in order to monitor and record, for the various depts. within Respiratory services. Must attend and interact in team interdisciplinary conferences. Assists clinical coordinator with duties involved in the development and running of the pulmonary rehabilitation program.

Demonstrates proper use and knowledge of supplies and equipment in providing patient care:

• In depth patient evaluation and development of plan of care
• Medical Gas and Humidity Therapy
• Patient Assessment and Monitoring
• Mechanical Ventilation (Invasive and Non Invasive)
• Pharmacology
• Diagnostic Testing
• Airway Management
• Blood Gas Analysis
• EKG
• Pulmonary function testing
• Patient education

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Respiratory Therapy program.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in state of Arizona. (Licensure must be in good standing).
• BLS through American Heart Association.
• Experience with educating patients with chronic lung conditions.

Preferences

• ACLS
• PALS
• Completion of COPD educator course
• Bachelor’s degree
• One-year RCP experience with at least six months in adult/pediatric critical care
• Two years minimum experience with at least one year in adult/pediatric critical care
• Experience in pulmonary rehab
• Experience in pulmonary function testing

Work Requirements

Must be able to move/transport patients via wheelchair or gurney often. 80 to 90% of the time the therapist is standing, bending and/or reaching while working with patients. 10 to 20% of the time is spent sitting at a desk charting or reading charts. Frequently push, pull or carry equipment/supplies to patient area.

Facility Profile

Kingman Regional Medical Center is the largest healthcare provider and the only remaining not-for-profit hospital in Mohave County, Arizona. As a 235-bed multi-campus healthcare system, our medical center includes more than 1,800 employees, 280 physicians/allied health professionals, and 250 volunteers. Kingman Regional Medical Center is recognized as an innovator in rural healthcare. We provide a full-continuum of highly-technical and specialized medical services to meet the healthcare needs of our community.