Respiratory Therapist: Acute Care & Diagnostics Expert

IHA; Clinton (IA); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 55,104,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

MercyOne Clinton seeks a Respiratory Therapist to join our caring team on a part-time rotating shift. You will consult with physicians and nurses, assess patient needs, and implement respiratory care plans with accuracy and empathy.

You will educate patients, families, and colleagues on therapies and device usage, perform diagnostic tests, and contribute to emergency and acute care when needed, following evidence-based guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must be NBRC registered.
• Must be licensed as an RCP in Iowa within one year of hire.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required within timelines.
• Experience in critical care settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consults with and assists physicians and nurses with respiratory care plans for patients and facilitates implementation of orders.
• Assess patients and evaluate appropriateness and quality of respiratory care; identify needs and communicate with physicians.
• Provide education to patients, students, co-workers, and other healthcare team members about therapies and device usage.
• Perform diagnostic procedures including oximetry, capnography, arterial puncture, and pulmonary function testing; support ventilation workflow.
• Perform emergency and acute respiratory care procedures per guidelines and hospital policies.

Skills

RCP Licensure

Iowa License

BLS Certified

ACLS Certified

Critical Care Experience

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

Job description

MercyOne Clinton seeks a Respiratory Therapist to join our caring team on a part-time rotating shift. You will consult with physicians and nurses, assess patient needs, and implement respiratory care plans with accuracy and empathy.

You will educate patients, families, and colleagues on therapies and device usage, perform diagnostic tests, and contribute to emergency and acute care when needed, following evidence-based guidelines.