Respiratory Therapist LTACH

Horizon Specialty Hospital Henderson; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and DIS

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

DailyPay

Employee Assistance Plan

Discounts program

In-house education

Job summary

Horizon Specialty Hospital Henderson in the Las Vegas area is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our full-time night shift. You will deliver and assess respiratory therapies per care plans and coordinate with physicians to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualified applicants hold an active state RCP license, NBRC registration, BLS/ACLS credentials, and have blood gas or supervisor certification; reliable transportation is required.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as an RCP in good standing with the state.
• Must be NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association are required.
• Blood Gas Tech or General Supervisor Certification is required.
• Reliable transportation is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and assess respiratory therapy per plan of care, including routine and intensive therapy and diagnostic procedures.
• Utilize oxygen and other therapeutic gas equipment such as masks, tents, and incubators.
• Monitor, record, and communicate patient conditions and responses to treatments; administer gases and aerosol drugs as prescribed.

Education

State Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)

NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist

BLS Certification (AHA)

ACLS Certification (AHA)

Blood Gas Tech or General Supervisor Certification

Job description

Job Highlights

Full-time Nights (General Supervisor Technician License Required for full-time)

Available PRN Positions Days or Nights

3-5 years experience is required

Position Summary

As a Respiratory Therapist, you will play a crucial role in providing critical care to patients with respiratory conditions. You'll work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver effective treatments and improve patient outcomes.

Full-time benefits start on the first day of the month following your start date!

Wage Commensuration

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, education and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Deliver and assess responses to ordered therapy per plan of care including routine and intensive therapy and diagnostic procedures.
• Utilize various types of oxygen and other therapeutic gas equipment such as masks, tents, and incubators.
• Monitor, record and communicate patient conditions and general acceptance of treatments, as well as administer medicinal gases and aerosol drugs as prescribed.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Must be a licensed RCP in good standing with the state (as required)
• Must be a current NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Must have BLS and ACLS accredited from American Heart Association (AHA)
• Must have Blood Gas Tech or General Supervisor Certification
• Reliable transportation required

Benefits

All of our employees are valued and receive a competitive wage; full time team members are also offered a comprehensive benefit package which includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance/ Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs
• PerkSpot - Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off Plan
• New Pet Insurance Discount available
• DailyPay option available! – Get your pay, when you need it.
• Purchasing Power - online purchase/payroll deduction
• Tickets at Work - entertainment ticket discounts
• Employee Assistance Plan - easy-to-use services to help with everyday challenges of life (available for all employees and their families)
• Helping Friends Foundation - our employees’ hardship/crisis fund
• Auto and Home Insurance - employee discount available – payroll deduction!
• In-facility education programs and more!

EOE Statement

Drug Free, Smoke-Free work place. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets