Respiratory Therapist — Patient-Centered Care & Growth

Centralus Health; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Centralus Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist/Technician to deliver respiratory care at our Davenport, IA facility. You will administer therapies, manage ventilation, perform pulmonary testing, and educate patients, while ensuring accurate documentation and safety.

Qualified candidates will hold state licensure and NBRC certification, with strong communication and teamwork skills to support high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist or Technician by the State of New York.
• Credentialed as a NBRC Respiratory Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Provide Respiratory Care: administer therapies via oxygen, meds, volume expansion, and bronchial hygiene.
• Mechanical Ventilation: manage invasive and non-invasive ventilators and airway procedures.
• Blood Gas Sampling & Analysis: collect and analyze arterial/capillary samples and troubleshoot analyzers.
• Assist with Procedures: prepare and assist during bronchoscopy and post-procedure processing.
• Pulmonary Function Testing: perform tests per ATS guidelines and provide analysis.
• Patient Education & Documentation: educate patients and families and document care timely.
• Safety & Compliance: follow PPE, infection control, and confidentiality policies.
• Quality Improvement & Team Collaboration: participate in QI activities and cross-functional teamwork.
• Attend Education & In-Service: stay current with mandatory trainings.

Skills

Strong communication

Professionalism

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Respiratory Therapist or Technician - State of New York

NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist

Job description

Centralus Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist/Technician to deliver respiratory care at our Davenport, IA facility. You will administer therapies, manage ventilation, perform pulmonary testing, and educate patients, while ensuring accurate documentation and safety.

Qualified candidates will hold state licensure and NBRC certification, with strong communication and teamwork skills to support high-quality care.