Respiratory Therapist - PRN Nights

VISTA SPECIALTY HOSPITAL OF TUCSON LLC; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vista Specialty Hospital in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT/RCP) to deliver safe and competent respiratory care as ordered by physicians. You will monitor mechanical ventilation, administer medications, and perform patient assessments.

The role requires knowledge of hemodynamic monitoring and reviewing blood work, with opportunities to teach and train staff and students. We value teamwork and commitment to high-quality patient care; BLS and ACLS are required, and an

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA approved School of Respiratory Care.
• Current NBRC credentials as Respiratory Therapist.
• Current state licensure.
• BLS & ACLS certifications required.
• 1 year of respiratory care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory care as ordered by a physician.
• Monitor mechanical ventilation.
• Review blood work and monitor patient status.
• Participate in teaching and training.

Skills

Ventilation monitoring

Medication administration

Patient assessment

Hemodynamic monitoring

Blood work review

Teaching

Education

AMA approved Respiratory Care program

Job description

RESPIRATORY THERAPIST RRT, CRT, RCPVista Specialty HospitalRespiratory Therapist Summary:Here at Vista Specialty Hospital our Respiratory Therapist RRT, CRT, RCP is responsible for administering safe and competent respiratory care as ordered by a physician. The Respiratory Therapist RRT, CRT, RCP monitors mechanical ventilation, administers medications, and completes patient assessments. The Respiratory Therapist – RT must understand ramifications of hemodynamic monitoring, reviews blood work results, monitor patient status, and participate in teaching and training.Education: Graduate of an AMA approved School of Respiratory Care.Licenses/Certification: Current credentials as a Respiratory Therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care. Current licensure from state licensure agency. BLS & ACLS Certifications required.Experience: 1 year of respiratory care experience preferred.Safety Sensitive-Designated Position