Respiratory Therapist

Ardent Health; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Hillcrest Hospital Claremore is seeking a PRN Respiratory Therapist to join our acute care team in Claremore, OK. The role involves delivering respiratory care across Labor and Delivery, medsurg, recovery, ICU and ER, using various equipment, administering gases and medications, and responding to emergencies.

Requirements include an Associate Degree in Respiratory Care, Oklahoma CRT license, and RRT license upon hire, with BLS within 14 days, ACLS within 30 days, NRP within 60 days.

Qualifications

• Associated Degree in Respiratory Care.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience.
• Oklahoma CRT license (upon hire).
• RRT license (upon hire).
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• ACLS (within 30 days of hire).
• NRP (within 60 days of hire).

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment for diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease across Labor and Delivery, medsurg, recovery, ICU and ER for all age groups.
• Administer respiratory gases and medications, and modes of therapy for respiratory compromised patients.
• Respond to emergencies throughout the hospital.
• Advise on arterial blood gas results and assist with ABGs.
• Assist in the transport of mechanically ventilated patients and those on noninvasive ventilation.
• May assist in ordering department supplies.
• Take verbal and telephone orders from physicians as necessary.
• Attend deliveries and initiate neonatal nasal CPAP and mechanical ventilation.
• Participate in departmental education programs and Quality Assurance activities.
• Work schedule includes alternate weekends and holidays; participate in on-call duties.

Education

Associated Degree in Respiratory Care

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a PRN, Respiratory Therapist in Claremore, OK.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Hillcrest Hospital Claremore is a 49-bed acute care medical center offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services, including maternity, cardiology, emergency, orthopedics, alcohol withdrawal stabilization, gastroenterology and surgery.

Responsibilities

• The Registered Respiratory Therapist and Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician are capable of setting up and operating various types of equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease and or illness in Labor and Delivery, medsurg, recovery, intensive care and Emergency room to all age groups.
• The therapist provides administration of respiratory specific gases and medications, and modes of therapy for the respiratory compromised patient.
• Responds to emergencies throughout the hospital.
• Advises on arterial blood gas results and assist with obtaining ABG’s.
• Assists in the transport of mechanically ventilated patients and patients on noninvasive ventilation.
• May assist in the ordering of department supplies.
• Takes and records verbal and telephone orders from physicians as necessary.
• Attend deliveries and initiate neonatal nasal cpap and mechanical ventilation.
• Takes an active part in attending departmental in-service/education programs.
• Participates in Quality Assurance programs and participates in department meetings.
• Work schedule includes working alternate weekends and holidays.
• Participates in taking call. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Job Requirements

• Associated Degree in Respiratory Care
• A minimum of 1 year of experience
• Oklahoma CRT license (upon hire)
• RRT license for Registered Respiratory Therapist ONLY (upon hire)
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• ACLS (within 30 days of hire)
• NRP (within 60 days of hire)

Preferred Job Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience.