Respiratory Therapist

Ascension Health; Anderson (IN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement: 403(b) plan

Well-being support: EAP, counseling

Job summary

Ascension Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist at Ascension St. Vincent Anderson, with potential to float to St. Vincent Fishers.

This night-shift, PRN role in the Respiratory Therapy department focuses on creating precise, outcome-driven care plans for patients with complex respiratory needs. The position requires NBRC Registered status, Indiana licensure, BLS, and ALS/CPR experience. You will join a dedicated team delivering high-quality care and supporting patients through

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification required within 1 month of hire.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner credential from Indiana Respiratory Care Committee.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist credential required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred (ACLS/ASHI accepted).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of individualized care plans based on patient diagnosis and respiratory needs.
• Implement and manage advanced respiratory therapies using state-of-the-art equipment.
• Serve as a core member of the emergency resuscitation team providing rapid-response expertise.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory health and post-hospital home care resources.
• Monitor patient progress in real-time and adjust treatments to optimize outcomes.

Skills

BLS Provider

Respiratory Therapist NBRC Registered

Advanced Life Support

PALS/NRP Preferred

Education

High School diploma or equivalent + 2 years experience or 4 years experience

Associate's degree/Technical degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Anderson, IN

• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Anderson, Ability to float to St. Vincent Fishers as well

• Department/Specialty: Respiratory Therapy

• Schedule: Nights | PRN | 6:00pm - 6:30am | Minimum 3 shifts per 6 week schedule

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Lead the development of individualized care plans by assessing patient diagnosis and respiratory needs to ensure every treatment is medically precise and outcome-driven.

• Implement and manage advanced respiratory therapies using state-of-the-art equipment to stabilize and improve the lung function of patients with complex insufficiencies.

• Direct life‑saving interventions as a core member of the emergency resuscitation team, providing rapid-response expertise when every second counts.

• Empower patients and their families through clear education on their respiratory health and community resources, ensuring a safe and informed transition from hospital to home.

• Evaluate and refine treatment effectiveness by monitoring patient progress in real‑time and adjusting medications or modalities to achieve the highest quality of care.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Indiana Respiratory Care Committee obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

• Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan

• Well‑being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military‑Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Min Salary: 33.06

Max Salary 46.1