Respiratory Therapist-Reg

Samaritan Health Services

Albany (OR)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Samaritan Health Services in Albany, Oregon is seeking a qualified respiratory care provider to deliver effective respiratory care through approved assessments, diagnostics, and therapeutic services. The ideal candidate must hold a current Oregon Respiratory Care License, and have certifications such as BLS and ACLS.

Applicants should have at least two years of clinical experience, with knowledge of patient care, communication skills, and the ability to work with diverse patient populations. Join us in providing quality care using evidence-based techniques!

Qualifications

Current registration by the National Board of Respiratory Care required.
Current state of Oregon Respiratory Care License required.
Health Care Provider Level BLS required upon hire.
ACLS required within 90 days of hire.
Two (2) years clinical experience in Respiratory Care preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides effective respiratory care through approved client assessment and diagnostics.
Delivers treatment and diagnostic patient care services using evidence-based techniques.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Time Management

Conflict Resolution

Social Perceptiveness

Medical Terminology

Education

Current registration by National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC‑RRT)

Current state of Oregon Respiratory Care License

Health Care Provider Level BLS

ACLS required within 90 days of hire

Two (2) years clinical experience in Respiratory Care preferred

Job description

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Provides effective respiratory care through approved client assessment, diagnostics, therapeutics and education. Provision of services is initiated by physician order and approved protocols.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

Samaritan Health Services Respiratory Therapy team delivers treatment and diagnostic patient care services to critical and non‑critical patients. We serve all age groups and patient populations using evidence‑based techniques related to the cardiopulmonary system.

EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS

Current registration by National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC‑RRT) required.
Current state of Oregon Respiratory Care License required.
Health Care Provider Level BLS required upon hire.
ACLS required within 90 days of hire.
Two (2) years clinical experience in Respiratory Care preferred.
AGH Respiratory Therapy:
- PALS required within 90 days of hire.
- NRP required within six (6) months of hire.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

Patient Care - Possess the skills and knowledge needed to assist and care for others. Ability to recognize symptoms, drug properties and interactions, treatments, and preventive health‑care measures within scope of practice.
Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast‑paced environments and under pressure.
Conflict Resolution - Ability to proactively resolve conflicts in a positive and constructive manner. Possess the knowledge and skills to handle complaints, settle disputes, and negotiate with others to reach mutually beneficial decisions.
Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age‑related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non‑judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
Medical Terminology - Knowledge of medical records, procedures and terminology. Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Rarely (1–10% of the time) to frequently (34–66% of the time) to continually (67–100% of the time)