Respiratory Therapist

Hillcrest HealthCare System; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Tulsa, OK is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist for the night shift. In this role, you will be responsible for collaborating with the healthcare team on patient management, administering various therapies including aerosolized medication, and performing critical procedures such as ventilator and airway management. Candidates must hold an accredited respiratory therapy degree, relevant certifications, and an active state license. Join us to make a difference in patient care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have NBRC credential as a CRT or RRT.
• Active Oklahoma Respiratory Care Professional License required.
• BLS certification to be obtained within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with health care team members in planning patient care.
• Administer aerosolized medication and oxygen therapy.
• Perform ventilator management and airway management procedures.

Skills

Collaboration with healthcare team

Patient education

Aerosolized medication administration

Ventilator management

Airway management

Education

Graduation from an accredited respiratory therapy program

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Respiratory Therapist role at Hillcrest HealthCare System

Night shift, full-time Respiratory Therapist in Tulsa, OK.

Overview

Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Respiratory Therapist in Tulsa, OK.

Why Join Us?

• 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

• Hillcrest Medical Center is a 656‑bed hospital that includes The Alexander Burn Center, The Peggy V. Helmerich Women’s Health Center, Kaiser Rehabilitation Center, the latest technology for the treatment of cancer, and the Oklahoma Heart Institute.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with health care team members in planning patient care
• Verify orders and administer aerosolized medication, bronchial hygiene, volume expansion, oxygen & medical gas therapy
• Perform ventilator management, weaning, waveform graphic interpretation; airway management (intubation, extubating, trach tube change and care)
• Perform arterial blood gas sampling & analysis
• Educate patients and mentor/precept new employees, students, and peers
• Location‑specific: Assist in invasive & noninvasive procedures, Cardiac Service procedures & Pulmonary Diagnostic Testing
• Complete patient care, documentation, and education
• Promote current and accurate electronic orders, charting and charging
• Promote a high level of patient safety (Medication Safety, NPSG, etc.)

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy education program (CoARC or CAAHP) with a minimum of 20 quarter hours of science
• NBRC credential as a CRT or RRT
• Active Oklahoma Respiratory Care Professional License as outlined by the OK Medical Board
• BLS certification obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care
• Must obtain ACLS within 6 months of hire

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Hospitals and Health Care

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