RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (PRN) - RESPIRATORY

Surgery Partners, Inc; Post Falls (ID); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care coverage

Growth opportunities, ongoing training

Generous 401K retirement plan

Discounts through hospital and local社区

Wellness benefits for staff

Job summary

Northwest Specialty Hospital is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist to join our patient-focused team. The position is per-diem, likely 1 shift per week, with a $3.50/hour night shift differential.

The RT provides pulmonary care and life support per physician orders, contributing to diagnostic testing and therapeutic procedures as part of the team. Qualifications include an AS in Respiratory Therapy, Idaho LRT licensure, current BLS, and ACLS/PALS within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Associate of Science in Respiratory Therapy (required).
• Current LRT licensure through Idaho Board of Medicine.
• Proficiency in verbal and written English for safe patient care and documentation.
• Initiative and discipline in time management and medical record review.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Current BLS Certification.
• ACLS and PALS Certification within 6 months of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Provide pulmonary care per physician orders, department policies, and procedures.
• Administer pulmonary care and life support to patients with pulmonary deficiencies.
• Perform diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures related to the pulmonary system.

Skills

Verbal and written English comms

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Medical record review

Initiative

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification within 6 months

PALS Certification within 6 months

Education

Associate of Science in Respiratory Therapy

LRT licensure Idaho Board of Medicine

Current BLS Certification

Job description

Northwest Specialty Hospital is seeking an experienced, patient-focused Respiratory Therapist to join our team!

• This position is per-diem, likely to be 1 shift per week.**

This position works variable shifts and is eligible for a $3.50/hour night shift differential.

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing pulmonary care in accordance to specific physician orders, department policies, and procedures. The Respiratory Therapist administers pulmonary care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the pulmonary system, performing diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures related to the pulmonary system.

Qualifications And Preferred Experience

• Associate of Science in Respiratory Therapy
• Current LRT licensure through Idaho Board of Medicine
• Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards
• Must demonstrate initiative and discipline in time management and medical record review
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Current BLS Certification
• ACLS and PALS Certification within 6 months of hire date

About Northwest Specialty Hospital

Northwest Specialty Hospital is widely known for being a center of excellence and is proudly owned and operated by local physicians. The physicians have invested personally, professionally and financially in the care of the patients and the staff. They have dedicated their lives to creating a hospital that allows them to practice on their own terms and do what’s best for patients. Northwest Specialty Hospital includes 12 operating rooms and 28 inpatient beds, along with a variety of clinics and services throughout Kootenai County, that span across multiple specialties.

Northwest Specialty Hospital has earned numerous awards for patient care, surgical skill, medical care, and employee satisfaction. Northwest Specialty Hospital has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest for seven consecutive years!! Companies throughout Washington and Idaho were selected based on employee feedback about benefits, work environment, job satisfaction, and other factors. We continue to receive this distinguished honor based on our great company culture, patient focused approach, and robust benefits package!

Some of our amazing perks and benefits offered to employees are:

• Company-sponsored events such as sporting events, BBQs and holiday parties
• Comprehensive health care coverage with options for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance (for eligible positions)
• Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, leadership courses
• A generous 401K retirement plan
• A variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community are available to employees
• Wellness benefits offered to staff such as: weight loss challenges, access to a dietitian, and discount gym memberships
• Culture that promotes and supports work/life balance
• Northwest Specialty Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.**