Respiratory Therapist

Avera St. Luke's; Aberdeen (SD); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO day 1

Employer matching retirement (up to 5–

Career development mentorship

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Avera St. Luke's Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to assess, treat and manage cardiopulmonary care across all ages. You will perform oxygen therapy, airway management, blood gas analyses, and ventilator care while documenting care in the electronic record.

The role requires an active respiratory therapy license or NBRC credentials, strong teamwork, and flexibility to rotate 12‑hour shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Active state license for Respiratory Therapy and NBRC certification upon hire.
• Proficiency in multiple respiratory care modalities and blood gas testing.
• Ability to document accurately in the electronic medical record.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients; document assessments and interventions.
• Administer respiratory therapies and monitor ventilator support as needed.
• Assist in sleep studies and outpatient activities when applicable.
• Maintain equipment and participate in safety and quality processes.

Skills

Respiratory care proficiency

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Respiratory Therapist license / NBRC certification

Tools

Blood Gas analyzer

Job description

Location:Avera St Luke's HospitalWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends (United States of America)Pay Range:The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.$28.00 - $42.00Position HighlightsRotating 12 hour schedule: 6:00am-6:30pm and 6:00pm-6:30amYou Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewResponsible for the assessment, treatment, and management, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions affecting the cardiopulmonary system for neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, and adults. The individual must demonstrate proficiency in all modalities of respiratory care, which may include, but not limited to oxygen therapy, breathing treatments, airway clearance, blood gases, airway management, non-invasive and invasive ventilator setup and monitoring. This position may also be required to work in the sleep lab.What you will doEvaluates patients in order to receive, review, interpret, and administer the prescribing orders regarding respiratory and cardiopulmonary treatments and tests. Accurately documents patient assessment, interventions, and progress in the electronic medical record, as well as submits charges in an accurate and timely manner.Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care. Initiates and implements respiratory care plans and interventions to meet the needs of the patient in conjunction with the entire healthcare team to ensure full understanding and cooperation to improve patient outcomes.Performs administration, set-up, titration, maintenance, evaluations and documentation of supplemental oxygen, aerosol therapy, airway clearance techniques, mechanical invasive or non-invasive ventilator management, and preparation and administration of respiratory medications.Ensures airway patency including various means of suctioning. (tracheal, nasal, and oral). Attends and assists to patients in respiratory or cardiac arrest by performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation and emergency airway care.Performs arterial and capillary punctures, runs venous, arterial and capillary blood gas samples, electrolytes and lactic acid tests and maintains and operates the Blood Gas analyzer.May assist in Pulmonary Rehab by providing appropriate exercises and education to participants.May assist in outpatient clinic as needed and may schedule sleep studies and obtains prior authorizations for the sleep studies when applicable.Performs diagnostic testing through pulmonary function, stress exercise, electrocardiograms, electroencephalograms, oximetry, holter and cardiac event monitoring.Instructs clinical staff on the use of respiratory therapy equipment and the use of the EKG equipment.Assists with implementing and updating policies and procedures, maintenance of quality assurance reports and records, and maintenance of equipment and ordering of supplies.Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Respiratory Therapist - Licensing Board An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire andCertified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Upon Hire orRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Upon HirePreferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Bachelor's1-3 yearsExpectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Benefits You Need & Then SomeAvera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipAvera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].