Respiratory Therapist (Nights)

Oklahoma State University Medical Center; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University Medical Center is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join the team. The role involves setting up and operating diverse respiratory equipment, administering gases and medications, and providing therapy for patients with respiratory conditions.

You will respond to emergencies, analyze arterial blood gases, and educate staff and families on home respiratory equipment. Qualifications include an Oklahoma RT license, BLS certification, and 0–1 year of experience

Qualifications

• Valid RT Oklahoma License.
• BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate respiratory equipment for diagnosis and treatment.
• Administer respiratory gases and medications and therapies as prescribed.
• Respond to emergencies and monitor patients including arterial blood gas analysis.
• Inservice patients and families on home respiratory equipment use.
• Assist in transporting mechanically ventilated patients and ordering supplies as needed.
• Record verbal/telephone orders from physicians and act as a resource for staff.

Education

Associate Degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Description
The Registered Respiratory Therapist reports to the shift supervisor/manager. Capable of setting up and operating various types of equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease and or illness. The therapist provides administration of respiratory specific gases and medications, and modes of therapy for the respiratory compromised patient. Responds to emergencies throughout the hospital. Performs Holter monitor initiation and discontinuance. Analyze and advises on arterial blood gas results. Inservice patients and families on the use of Respiratory equipment in the home environment. Assists in the transport of mechanically ventilated patients. May assist in the ordering of department supplies. Takes and records verbal and telephone orders from physicians as necessary. Acts as a resource person to nurses, physicians, residents, interns, respiratory staff, students and other hospital staff in regards to initiation and operation of all respiratory procedures. May assume a Charge role in the absence of the Respiratory Supervisor. Takes an active part in attending departmental inservice/education programs. Participates in Quality Assurance programs, and participates in department and/or OSUMC committees. Work schedule includes working alternate weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

Education: Associate Degree (preferred)

License/Certification

• Valid RT Oklahoma License
• BLS required

Experience: 0 - 1 year of experience (preferred)