Respiratory Therapist

Ardent; Owasso (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Bailey Medical Center in Owasso, OK is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for day shift and PRN coverage. The role involves setting up and managing respiratory therapy equipment, delivering gases and medications, and responding to emergencies across the hospital.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate Degree in Respiratory Care with 1+ year of experience and appropriate Oklahoma licenses (CRT and RRT as applicable). BLS is required within 14 days, ACLS within 30 days, and NRP within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Care.
• Minimum 1 year of experience.
• Oklahoma CRT license (upon hire).
• RRT license required for RRT role (upon hire).
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
• 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 or illness.
• Administer respiratory gases and medications; respond to emergencies in the hospital.
• Advise on arterial blood gas results.
• Assist in transport of mechanically ventilated patients.
• May assist in ordering department supplies.
• Take verbal and telephone orders from physicians as necessary.
• Serve as a resource to nurses, physicians, residents, interns, and respiratory staff in regard to initiation and operation of respiratory procedures.
• May assume a Charge role in the absence of the Respiratory Supervisor.
• Participate in departmental in-service/education programs.
• Participate in Quality Assurance programs and department/BAILY medical center committees.
• Work schedule includes alternate weekends and holidays.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

CRT license (OK)

RRT license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

NRP certification

Education

Associate Degree in Respiratory Care

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, PRN, Respiratory Therapist in Owasso, OK.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and 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:

• Bailey Medical Center offers a full range of medical services, including general surgery, maternity, gynecology, bariatrics, orthopedics and emergency care. The 73-bed hospital is one of the most technologically advanced hospitals in the region.

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.
• 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.
• Assists in the transport of mechanically ventilated patients.
• May assist in the ordering of department supplies.
• Takes and records verbal and telephone orders from physicians as necessary.
• Acts as a resource person to nurses, physicians, residents, interns, respiratory staff, students and other hospital staff in regard to initiation and operation of all respiratory procedures.
• May assume a Charge role in the absence of the Respiratory Supervisor.
• Takes an active part in attending departmental in-service/education programs.
• Participates in Quality Assurance programs and participates in department and/or BMC committees.
• Work schedule includes working alternate weekends and holidays.
• 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).