Respiratory Therapist Part Time Days Lenexa City Center

Texas Health Huguley FWS; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Kansas is seeking a part-time Respiratory Therapist at Lenexa City Center. The role involves delivering critical respiratory care to patients, operating complex medical devices, and ensuring adherence to professional standards. Candidates should possess a Kansas Respiratory Therapist License and relevant certifications. This position offers an opportunity to thrive in a supportive health-focused community.

Benefits

Benefits and PTO from day 1

Mental Health Resources and Support

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in respiratory care.
• Kansas Respiratory Therapist License required.
• BCLS certification through the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct respiratory care to patients in various hospital areas.
• Respond to emergency situations and perform patient assessment.
• Operate multiple respiratory devices and perform procedures as per physician orders.

Skills

Emergency response

Patient assessment

ABG processing

Education

Associate’s Degree or Graduate of a Technical School

Kansas Respiratory Therapist License

BCLS obtained through the American Heart Association

Tools

Draeger Ventilator

EzPAP

Incentive Spirometry

Job description

Job Description - Respiratory Therapist Part Time Days Lenexa City Center (25022814)

Job Description

Respiratory Therapist Part Time Days Lenexa City Center (

Job Number:

25022814 )

Description

Respiratory Therapist - AdventHealth Shawnee Mission

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

- - Received Magnet recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center in January 2019

- - Benefits and PTO available day 1

- Mental Health Resources and Support

- Providing faith-based, whole person care to Kansas City since 1962

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Shift : Days

Location: AdventHealth Shawnee Mission

9100 West 74th Street, Merriam, KS 66204

The community you’ll be caring for:

At AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, formerly Shawnee Mission Medical Center, you'remore than just a number on a chart. You're a whole person, who functions best when physically, emotionally, and spiritually fit. Find whole-person care, dedicated teams and staff,and a wide variety of medical services, all at our hospital inShawnee Mission, Kansas.

The role you’ll contribute:

The Respiratory Therapist provides direct respiratory care to patients in all areas of the hospital as outlined in Pulmonary Services procedure manual. Is knowledgeable in providing and evaluating the routine as well as critical care modes of respiratory care. Responsible for the effective and optimal administration of modalities based upon assessment and evaluation. Provides recommendations and/or changes to care based on patient’s current status.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

· Respond to emergency situations immediately, perform appropriate patient assessment and intervention and replace emergency supplies in a timely manner,

· Demonstrate understanding of Code Blue and Rapid Response procedures,

· Assure code blue intubation and blade boxes are checked daily and after use,

· Perform respiratory care procedures according to physician orders, department policy/procedure, and patient care plan

· Perform ABG’s andprocess according to department procedure, understand results and take appropriate action

· Follows the AIDET model( Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation and Thank)l at all times,

· Demonstrate proficiency with multiple devices i.e. EzPAP, Flutter Valve, PEP, Theravest/Smart Vest, Acapella and Incentive Spirometry

· Demonstrate ability to initiate and operate the Draeger Ventilator

· Demonstrate proficiency in the set-up and operation of the iVent

· Demonstrate ability to identify appropriate, initiate and document in hospital IPOCS

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed :

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

· Associate’s Degree or Graduate of a Technical School

· 1 + Year of Experience

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

· 1 + Years of Position-Related Experience

· American Association of Respiratory Care Certified Pulmonary Function Tech or Registered Pulmonary Function Tech

· 2 years clinical experience for new grads acceptable in lieu of 1 year of work experience

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

· Kansas Respiratory Therapist License

· BCLS obtained through the American Heart Association