Respiratory Therapist, Cardio Pulmonary (days and nights)

KA Recruiting Inc.; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Cheyenne, Wyoming is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist. This full-time position involves performing essential therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, managing oxygen therapy, and ensuring patient care excellence. Candidates must be licensed and possess strong communication and critical thinking skills. Join a team committed to professional growth and quality patient care.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Benefits

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).
• Wyoming Respiratory Therapy License.

Responsibilities

• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as ordered by a physician.
• Document all procedures and patient information accurately.
• Assist in cardiopulmonary resuscitation efforts.

Skills

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Ability to assess emergencies

Problem solving

Education

Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Performs all assigned therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as ordered by a physician, including but not limited to: basic respiratory therapy and oxygen therapy (including daily oxygen rounds, optiflow titrations, pulse oximetry monitoring for oxygen titration needs, and arranging for home oxygen therapy); bronchodilator therapy following protocols and patient assessment; acts as a backup for EKG performance.
2. Performs therapeutic and diagnostic procedures for the pediatric floor, including daily pulse oximetry and titration, bronchodilator therapy, RSV and asthma protocols and education; manages oxygen therapy in nursery settings including oxygen hood, nasal CPAP, and ventilator management (both invasive and non-invasive). Must attend a minimum of 3 normal child births during orientation.
3. Verifies physician orders for therapy to ensure completeness and appropriateness.
4. Documents all procedures and patient information accurately in patient and department records following hospital policies.
5. Performs arterial blood gas sampling via direct puncture or arterial line, analyzes ABG and co-oximetry results, and makes informed decisions regarding oxygenation and ventilation.
6. Performs quality control, proficiency testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of blood gas analyzers.
7. Assists in cardiopulmonary resuscitation efforts and other emergencies requiring respiratory care procedures.
8. Maintains professional growth through internal/external in-service programs, pursuing certifications or registries, and reading relevant journals.
9. Attends at least 80% of department meetings.

The above statements describe the general responsibilities and are not exhaustive; employees may be assigned additional duties as needed.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Effective communication with coworkers, patients, families, and physicians.
• Ability to quickly assess and respond to emergencies.
• Ability to evaluate patient condition and response to therapy.
• Strong critical thinking skills; able to solve problems promptly.
• Ability to clearly explain procedures to patients.
• Willingness to rotate shifts.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).
• Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Wyoming Respiratory Therapy License.

This is a permanent, full-time position with competitive pay and benefits.

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