Respiratory Therapist-Reg

Samaritan Health Services; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 78,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Health Services’ Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide care per physician orders and approved protocols. You will assess, diagnose, treat, and educate patients across age groups in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Required NBRC-RRT registration and an Oregon state license, with BLS on hire and ACLS within 90 days. Two years of experience preferred; RPFT readiness within 18 months for diagnostic responsibilities.

Qualifications

• NBRC-RRT registration required.
• Oregon Respiratory Care License required.
• BLS required upon hire.
• ACLS required within 90 days of hire.
• Two years of clinical experience in Respiratory Care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care through physician orders and approved protocols.
• Assess, diagnose, treat, and educate patients across age groups.
• Maintain NBRC-RRT registration and Oregon license as applicable.
• Follow safety, infection control, and structured care workflows.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Time management

Conflict resolution

Social awareness

Medical terminology

Education

NBRC-RRT certification

Oregon license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Facility Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center

Schedule - Shift 1.0 (80 hrs/pp) - Day

Department GSR Respiratory Therapy

Remote Status Remote Status: OnSite

Salary Range Salary Range: $37.62 - $55.25

*Starting bonus and/or relocation available to new employees. Previous experience may be required. Employment commitment to Samaritan is required.

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)

Occasionally
(11 - 33% of the time)

Frequently
(34 - 66% of the time)

Continually
(67 - 100% of the time)

CLIMB - LADDER

LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs

LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs

SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)

WALK - LEVEL SURFACE

CLIMB - STAIRS

WALK - INCLINE

LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs

SQUAT Repetitive

ROTATE TRUNK Standing

SIT

REACH - Upward

MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists

FINGER DEXTERITY

LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs

LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs

LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs