Respiratory Therapist-Reg

Samaritan Health Services

Corvallis (OR)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 95,000

Full time

13 hours ago

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Job summary

Samaritan Health Services seeks a Respiratory Therapist to deliver patient care across age groups, following physician orders and approved protocols. The role involves assessment, diagnostics, therapeutics and education within the cardiovascular and respiratory care domain.

Ideal candidates hold NBRC-RRT registration, Oregon licensure, and BLS. ACLS is required within 90 days; additional certifications (PALS, NRP) may be needed for acute care responsibilities.

Qualifications

NBRC-RRT registration is required.
Oregon state Respiratory Care License is required.
BLS certification is required upon hire.
ACLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
Two years of clinical experience preferred in Respiratory Care.
RPFT required within 18 months if responsible for diagnostic care.
PALS required within 90 days and NRP within six months if related to acute care.

Responsibilities

Provide respiratory care through assessment, diagnostics, therapeutics and education.
Work under physician orders and approved protocols to initiate services.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Time management

Conflict resolution

Social perceptiveness

Medical terminology

Education

NBRC-RRT registration

Oregon Respiratory Care License

Healthcare Provider BLS

ACLS within 90 days of hire

RPFT (within 18 months for diagnostic care)

PALS within 90 days for acute care

NRP within six months for acute care

Job description

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

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.
Healthcare Provider Level BLS required upon hire.
ACLS required within 90 days of hire.
Two (2) years clinical experience in Respiratory Care preferred.
GSR Respiratory Therapy:

If responsible for Diagnostic care, Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) required within 18 months of hire.
If responsible for acute care:

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)

(11 - 33% of the time)

Summary

Occasionally

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.
Healthcare Provider Level BLS required upon hire.
ACLS required within 90 days of hire.
Two (2) years clinical experience in Respiratory Care preferred.
GSR Respiratory Therapy:

If responsible for Diagnostic care, Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) required within 18 months of hire.
If responsible for acute care:

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