Respiratory Therapist (nights)

Providence Medical Center; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a dedicated Respiratory Therapist for night shifts at their Kansas City facility. This role involves critical respiratory therapeutic tasks, including performing tests, administering treatments, and ensuring patient safety. Candidates should possess relevant certifications and an Associate or Bachelor's degree. Full-time employees will enjoy comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance options

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Tuition reimbursement options

Employer 401K options

Life, disability, and other insurance options

Qualifications

• Must hold RRT certification and State RCP License.
• BCLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications are required.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in a related field is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications.
• Conduct pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis.
• Monitor ventilators and life-supporting equipment.

Skills

Assessment of respiratory status

Inhalation therapies

Oxygen therapy

Aerosol medications

Emergency airway management

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification

State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License

BCLS certificate

ACLS certificate

PALS certificate

Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree

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Overview

We are seeking a Respiratory Therapist , internally referred to as our Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) . The Respiratory Therapist can be referred to as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP II) but someone who carries out respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as directed by the medical and cardiopulmonary directors, based on physician orders. They focus on assessing, planning, implementing, and documenting care while considering the specific needs of patients based on age and population; in the absence of a supervisor, they may be designated as the Lead RCP, overseeing the department during their shift.

Shift’s Available : Nights ($3 to $5 per hour diff in pay)

Employment Type : Full-time

Location : Providence Medical Center – Kansas City, KS

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits
• If you are a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) you are encouraged to apply for this position!
  
  

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Will provide treatments such as inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications to help patients breathe more easily
• C onduct tests like pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis to assess lung capacity and gas exchange in patients
• S et up, monitor , and adjust ventilators and other life-supporting equipment for patients who cannot breathe independently
• May be part of a rapid response team in emergencies, which you will provid e airway management, perform intubations, and resuscitat e patients in critical situations
• A ssess patients' respiratory status, monitor their progress, and make adjustments to treatment plans as needed
• E nsure that all respiratory equipment is properly cleaned , sterilized, and maintained to prevent infections and ensure patient safety
  
  

Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers . You must have:

• State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License
• C urrent BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• ACLS certificate within 60 day of hire and maintain current
• PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree required . If there is no Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science Degree, a high school diploma or equivalent is required
  
  

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:

• 2 years experience as an RCP
• NRP certificate
  
  

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics . If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources . Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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