Respiratory Therapist

Alpha Home Health and Hospice; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha Home Health and Hospice in Overland Park, KS, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to assess, plan, and administer evidence-based respiratory treatments within our patient-focused team.

You will manage ventilators and non-invasive respiratory support, perform arterial blood gas sampling, respond to emergencies, educate patients and families, and document patient progress with precision. Collaborate closely with physicians and the care team to optimize outcomes.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of respiratory therapy practices and equipment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Attention to detail and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and administer evidence-based respiratory treatments
• Manage ventilators and non-invasive respiratory support
• Perform arterial blood gas sampling and monitor patient status
• Respond to emergencies and collaborate with physicians and the care team
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care
• Ensure accurate documentation of treatments and patient progress

Skills

Respiratory therapy knowledge

Fast-paced hospital environment

Communication & collaboration

Attention to detail

Job description

• Assess, plan, and administer evidence-based respiratory treatments
• Manage ventilators and non-invasive respiratory support
• Perform arterial blood gas sampling and monitor patient status
• Respond to emergencies and collaborate with physicians and the care team
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care
• Ensure accurate documentation of treatments and patient progress

Role: Respiratory Therapist

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and administer evidence-based respiratory treatments
• Manage ventilators and non-invasive respiratory support
• Perform arterial blood gas sampling and monitor patient status
• Respond to emergencies and collaborate with physicians and the care team
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care
• Ensure accurate documentation of treatments and patient progress

Qualifications & Skills

• Knowledge of respiratory therapy practices and equipment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Attention to detail and patient safety