Respiratory Therapist - Part-Time Nights

Health, Inc; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Health, Inc is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care in a hospital setting, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation within department guidelines.

Role requires applying advanced clinical expertise, ensuring patient safety, and delivering developmentally appropriate care while adhering to quality standards and regulatory requirements. Students near graduation are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Licenses and certifications: RCP, RRT, and BCLS.
• No prior experience required; ability to demonstrate advanced clinical skills is preferred.
• Students within six months of graduating are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively through documentation, handoffs, and collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Educate patients, families, students, and staff on respiratory treatments and procedures, utilizing diverse learning styles.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures according to established standards, troubleshooting as needed.
• Support advanced clinical skills such as ECMO, mechanical ventilation, bronchoscopies, sleep studies, and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation.
• Seek continuous learning opportunities and prioritize multiple duties efficiently.

Skills

Communication

Education & Training

Clinical Skills

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

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Role Overview

Registered Respiratory Therapist provides comprehensive respiratory care, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, within hospital and department guidelines. The role involves applying advanced clinical expertise, ensuring patient safety, and delivering developmentally appropriate care while adhering to quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively through documentation, handoffs, and collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Educate patients, families, students, and staff on respiratory treatments and procedures, utilizing diverse learning styles.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures according to established standards, troubleshooting as needed.
• Support advanced clinical skills such as ECMO, mechanical ventilation, bronchoscopies, sleep studies, and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation.
• Seek continuous learning opportunities and prioritize multiple duties efficiently.

Qualifications & Skills

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program; Bachelor's preferred.
• Licenses and certifications: Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP), RRT, and Basic Cardiovascular Life Support (BCLS).
• No prior experience required; ability to demonstrate advanced clinical skills is preferred.

Students within six months of graduating from an accredited program are encouraged to apply.