Respiratory Therapist - Day Shift, Tuition Help & Benefits

Ardent; Owasso (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Bailey Medical Center in Owasso, OK is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for day shift and PRN coverage. The role involves setting up and managing respiratory therapy equipment, delivering gases and medications, and responding to emergencies across the hospital.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate Degree in Respiratory Care with 1+ year of experience and appropriate Oklahoma licenses (CRT and RRT as applicable). BLS is required within 14 days, ACLS within 30 days, and NRP within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Care.
• Minimum 1 year of experience.
• Oklahoma CRT license (upon hire).
• RRT license required for RRT role (upon hire).
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
• ACLS within 30 days of hire.
• NRP within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment for diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease or illness.
• Administer respiratory gases and medications; respond to emergencies in the hospital.
• Advise on arterial blood gas results.
• Assist in transport of mechanically ventilated patients.
• May assist in ordering department supplies.
• Take verbal and telephone orders from physicians as necessary.
• Serve as a resource to nurses, physicians, residents, interns, and respiratory staff in regard to initiation and operation of respiratory procedures.
• May assume a Charge role in the absence of the Respiratory Supervisor.
• Participate in departmental in-service/education programs.
• Participate in Quality Assurance programs and department/BAILY medical center committees.
• Work schedule includes alternate weekends and holidays.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

CRT license (OK)

RRT license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

NRP certification

Education

Associate Degree in Respiratory Care

Job description

Bailey Medical Center in Owasso, OK is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for day shift and PRN coverage. The role involves setting up and managing respiratory therapy equipment, delivering gases and medications, and responding to emergencies across the hospital.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate Degree in Respiratory Care with 1+ year of experience and appropriate Oklahoma licenses (CRT and RRT as applicable). BLS is required within 14 days, ACLS within 30 days, and NRP within 60 days of hire.