Respiratory Therapist II - Cardiopulmonary

Sky-Lakes-Medical-Center; Klamath Falls (OR); On-site; USD 54,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Sky Lakes Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II for Cardiopulmonary care on the Night shift. This full-time 0.9 FTE position requires 2 years of Adult, Geriatric, and Critical Care experience and basic computer skills. The role includes reading and writing physician orders, competency tasks, and patient education.

On-site at Sky Lakes Medical Center in Oregon, the position offers exposure to a range of cardiopulmonary procedures and teamwork within a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in Adult, Geriatric, and Critical Care
• Must have high school diploma or equivalent
• Experience with computer skills preferred

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments for Respiratory Therapist Driven Protocol (RTDP) including subjective, objective, assessment, and plan of care.
• Perform RTDP assessments as directed by policy.
• Write physician orders with date, time, method of receipt and signature.
• Complete monthly intubation competency and cardiopulmonary competency booklet.
• Respond to cardiopulmonary code events and assist as needed.
• Provide staff development courses for health care professionals.
• Deliver patient teaching plans tailored to age/developmental level and cultural needs.
• Maintain safe working environment and adherence to policies.

Skills

Adult care

Geriatric care

Critical care

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Respiratory Therapist II - Cardiopulmonary - FT .9 NIGHTS

Requisition Number: RESPI003342

• Posted : October 22, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Hourly Range : $38.97 USD to $58.47 USD

Locations

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Description

QUALIFICATIONS

Required: 2 years experience in Adult, Geriatric, and Critical Care; and Computer skills. Must have high school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred: Experience in Neonate, Pediatric, Adolescent Care ;Demonstrates knowledge and competency in delivery of patient care while assigned a full load of patient procedures; Is flexible with schedule changes or changing job assignments to meet patient care needs; Exhibits a willingness to learn new procedures and be open to new methods for delivery of care in a team environment; Demonstrates professionalism by appearance, actions, self-development, interdepartmental and guest relations; Uses interpersonal skills which convey a positive and supportive attitude, and Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS

Continually walking, standing. Frequently lift 50 pounds or more, pulling, stooping, and reaching. Occasionally sitting while charting; pushing, twisting, and kneeling during patient care. Potential exposure to hospital borne infection. Frequently operates, maintains, and troubleshoots equipment. Must be physically able to stoop, bend, reach and frequently lift 50 pounds or more. Continuous walking and/or standing throughout shift required. Must maintain knowledge of and practice safe body mechanics according to Sky Lakes Medical Center policies.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Demonstrates ability to complete an assessment for Respiratory Therapist Driven Protocol that includes: Subjective Data, Objective Data, Assessment Data, and Plan of care.
• Demonstrates ability to perform assessment for Respiratory Therapist Driven Protocol in a frequency as directed by the TDP policy and procedure.
• Demonstrates ability in writing physician orders that include date and time, how order was received and signature.
• Demonstrates ability to complete monthly intubation competency.
• Demonstrates ability to complete cardiopulmonary competency booklet.
• Responds to the appropriate area when codes for cardiopulmonary resuscitation is announced.
• Provides staff development courses for other health care professionals.
• Demonstrates competence in relation to the defined mission, vision, values, and strategic plan of the organization.
• Provide patient teaching plan, care and performs tasks using job skills and growth and develop knowledge specific to the patient’s age and/or developmental level.
• While performing job tasks, demonstrates awareness of cultural and spiritual practices of the customer(s).
• Assesses physical needs and functional status of the patient in order to provide patient care.
• Maintains neat, organized and safe environment for patients and staff.

MARGINAL JOB DUTIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better in Other.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

ACLS Adv Card Life Supp

BLS Basic Life Support

License Generic

NRP Neontl Resusc Prg

PALS Ped Adv Life Supp

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