Respiratory Therapist

Ardent Health Services; Owasso (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services, Bailey Medical Center in Owasso, OK, seeks a PRN Respiratory Therapist to join our patient‑focused team. You will assess, treat, and monitor patients with respiratory conditions on a varied shift schedule.

Requirements include an Associate Degree in Respiratory Care, Oklahoma CRT license on hire, RRT certification, and BLS. ACLS and NRP should be completed within specified timelines after hire.

Qualifications

• Associated Degree in Respiratory Care completed.
• Oklahoma CRT license required upon hire.
• RRT license required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate respiratory equipment for diagnosis and treatment.
• Administer respiratory gases and therapies as prescribed.
• Respond to emergencies throughout the hospital.
• Advise on arterial blood gas results and assist in patient transport when needed.
• Act as resource for staff and participate in departmental in-service/education.

Education

Associated Degree in Respiratory Care

Job description

Join our team as a varied 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.

• 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.

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).