RESPIRATORY THERAPIST

Newporthospitalandhealth; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement with a 6% dollar-for-dollar

Life and Disability Insurance

AFLAC

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Bonus, if eligible upon Board approval

Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan

Job summary

Newport Hospital & Health Services provides respiratory care in acute care, emergency, and outpatient settings. The role involves night shifts and 12-hour schedules, requiring strong clinical skills and teamwork.

An associate degree in Respiratory Care is required. CRT or RRT certification and WA licensure with BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP within 90 days are preferred; prior critical care experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an Accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• CRT or RRT preferred; WA license and BLS; ACLS/PALS/NRP within 90 days.
• Critical care experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency care such as artificial respiration and CPR assistance.
• Monitor patient responses to therapy and consult with physicians on adverse reactions.
• Obtain ABGs, EKGs and other testing as appropriate.
• Set up and operate ventilators and related devices per treatment parameters.
• Work with a clinical team to manage patient care and support procedures.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and accurate medical records.

Skills

Critical care experience

12-hour shifts experience

Emergency/acute care

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Care

Job description

Newport Hospital & Health Services
714 W. Pine St
Newport, WA 99156, USA

Description

Primary Scheduled Hours: Nights, 12-hour shifts

Pay Scale: Compensation within the posted range will be determined based on relevant experience and internal equity considerations.

Job Summary:Provides respiratory assessment, support, treatment or diagnostic test for acute care, emergency room or outpatient as needed.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide emergency care, such as artificial respiration, or assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Monitor patient's physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, or blood chemistry changes, and consult with physician if adverse reactions occur.
• Obtains ABGs, EKGs and other testing as appropriate.
• Set up and operate devices, such as, high flow oxygen, Bipap, mechanical ventilators, environmental control systems, or aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
• Support clinical team regarding area of expertise through training or instruction.
• Work as part of a team of physicians, nurses, or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
• Maintain confidentiality of patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
• Documenting, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic form to maintain patient records.
• Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
• Sets up, operates, and monitors non-invasive and invasive ventilators and the associated critical care duties required for such treatment, such as airway management and tracheal suctioning.
• Inspecting respiratory equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Performs pulmonary function studies and outpatient test as appropriate per provider orders.
• Lift, position move and transport patients via wheelchair and/or stretcher as needed.
• Identifies learning needs of a patient and evaluates effectiveness of learning, including patients’ family as appropriate.
• Treats patients and their families with dignity and respect.

Education Background and Experience Requirements

Associate degree required from an Accredited Respiratory Care Program

Required Licensure / Certification

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred and credential (NBRC) to be kept up to date, Respiratory Therapist WA license, BLS, ACLS/PALS/NRP within 90 days

Required Experience (Attested)

Critical Care Experience

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Requirements:

• Adheres to dress code and wears identification while on duty.
• Completes required annual education and maintains regulatory and CQI participation requirements.
• Reports to work as scheduled and completes assignments within designated time.
• Maintains patient and employee confidentiality.
• Communicates with patients, families, and staff in a courteous and respectful manner, consistent with NHHS mission and Scope of Service.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and accident-free environment.
• Attends staff meetings monthly and/or reads and returns all meeting minutes (as per department / contract standards).

Compensation/How We Care For You:

Successful candidates typically begin between the beginning and midpoint of the compensation range dependent on qualifications/experience and receive compensation in increments increases annually.

• Retirement with a 6% dollar for dollar employer match
• Life and Disability Insurance
• AFLAC
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bonus, if eligible upon Board approval
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Opportunities

Newport Hospital & Health Services (NHHS) is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. NHHS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

NHHS employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

NHHS is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities.

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