Respiratory Therapist: Growth & Cert Reimbursement

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Ruidoso (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-being program

On-site gyms

Nutrition coaching

Mindfulness resources

Wellness challenges

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services in New Mexico is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide cardiopulmonary diagnostic support, therapeutic care, and ventilatory support across hospital and outpatient settings.

The role includes daily evaluation of respiratory patients, coordination of department operations, EKGs/holter monitoring, and education for nursing staff. You will maintain equipment readiness and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree/Certification as Respiratory Therapy Technician or Registered Respiratory Therapy Technician.
• Current New Mexico licensure as Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner required.
• CPR certification required.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• One to three years experience in respiratory care.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily evaluation of respiratory care patients, the provision of routine and entry level critical care respiratory care procedures, and patient explanation and education.
• Participates in the planning and coordination of the operational and financial activities of the Respiratory Care Department.
• Assures the development, implementation, and maintenance of department policies and procedures.
• Assures departmental participation in the Hospital Quality Improvement Program.
• Responsible for processing and submitting daily patient charges for respiratory therapy and EKGs to Business Office personnel.
• Assures maintenance and readiness of respiratory therapy equipment.
• Performs EKGs and holter monitoring as prescribed by physicians.
• Coordinates and implements continuing education inservices for nursing staff to maintain competency in performance of respiratory care procedures.
• Represents the Hospital through participation in community activities to promote health and wellness.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

CPR certification

ACLS certification

Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner

Education

Associates Degree/Certification as Respiratory Therapy Technician/Registered Respiratory Therapy Technician

Job description

Presbyterian Healthcare Services in New Mexico is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide cardiopulmonary diagnostic support, therapeutic care, and ventilatory support across hospital and outpatient settings.

The role includes daily evaluation of respiratory patients, coordination of department operations, EKGs/holter monitoring, and education for nursing staff. You will maintain equipment readiness and participate in quality improvement initiatives.