Respiratory Therapist - Nights

Saint Alphonsus; Ontario (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on incentive

Relocation assistance

Day 1 benefits

Job summary

Saint Alphonsus Medical Center in Ontario, OR is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Nights Respiratory Therapist to join the Respiratory Therapy team. The role features a 36-hour week on night shift (6pm–6:30am) with sign-on and relocation incentives for qualified candidates.

Day 1 benefits are included as part of the package. The position requires Oregon licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner and NBRC RRT certification; BLS at hire with ACLS/PALS within 6 months.

Qualifications

• License to practice respiratory care in the state where services are performed (Oregon).
• Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC.
• BLS required at hire; ACLS/PALS may be required within 6 months; other SAHS certifications may apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory assessment and ventilator management, including bi-level NIV, pulmonary diagnostics, bronchoscopy assistance, and ABG analysis/interpretation.
• Demonstrate ability to assess changes in patient condition and adjust care per physician protocols.
• Routinely round with physicians in critical care units; serve as preceptor and support staff development.
• Perform arterial line insertions, ABG sticks, and ABG analysis; interpret results.
• Complete all mandatory training on time and adhere to department standards and protocols.
• Recognize changes in patients and modify care accordingly.

Education

State Respiratory Care License (Oregon)

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) NBRC

BLS Certification (ACLS/PALS within 6 months)

Job description

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Night Shift

Position Summary and Highlights:

Saint Alphonsus Medical Center in Ontario, OR is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Nights Registered Respiratory Therapist to join the Respiratory Therapy team! Join one of America's Best Large Employers and enjoy the scenery and outdoor activities Ontario offers it's residents.

Position May Be Eligible for Sign On and Relocation Incentives

Why Join Saint Alphonsus?

• Saint Alphonsus Health System is recognized as one of America's Best Large Employers by Forbes.
• Competitive compensation and sign-on bonus for those who qualify.
• Day 1 Benefits – colleagues are eligible for our plans from their very first day of work.
• Schedule: Position is scheduled for 36 hours a week on night shift from 6pm to 6:30am.
• Ontario offers several outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, and the scenic beauty of the Owyhee Mountains all while being only one hour from the Boise airport. Ontario has a great balance of small town charm, with easy access to essential amenities. This is a unique opportunity to care for those in your community alongside a supportive leadership team!

Minimum Qualifications:

• License to practice respiratory care in the state they are performing respiratory care services in Oregon.
• Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• At hire, Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required. (ACLS and/or PALS may be accepted in lieu of BLS) NRP, ACLS and PALS certifications are required within 6 months.
• Other certifications may be required as identified in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk.

What You Will Do:

• Procedures include, but are not limited to, respiratory assessment, airway and ventilator management, bi-level non-invasive ventilation management pulmonary diagnostics, delivery of medicated aerosols, bronchial hygiene therapy, lung expansion therapy, intubation, CPR, bronchoscopy assistance, arterial line placement, arterial sampling and ABG analysis and interpretation.
• Demonstrates the ability to assess changes in the patient’s clinical condition, make independent judgements, and modifies the care as necessary according to departmental policies and approved physician protocols.
• Routinely make rounds with physicians in critical care units. Acts as preceptor, actively supports, and constructively contributes to the development of new and existing staff members.
• Performs arterial line insertions, ABG sticks, conducts ABG analysis and interprets results.
• Completes all mandatory training requirements on time.
• Demonstrates ability to recognize changes in patients and modifies care as necessary according to departmental standards and approved physician protocols.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.