Respiratory Therapist, Registered

Good Samaritan Society; Park Falls (WI); On-site; USD 41,328 - 60,614; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous time off package

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Respiratory Therapist in Park Falls, WI. This role involves assessing and treating patients with respiratory disorders, providing education on preventative care, and managing patient therapy. Qualifications include a degree in Respiratory Care and RRT credentials, alongside certifications such as BLS. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, and work/life balance benefits.

Qualifications

• Degree in Respiratory Care required; minimum associate degree.
• Current Respiratory Therapy licensure and RRT credentials needed.
• Certification in BLS and further specialty credentials required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients with cardiopulmonary disorders.
• Provide therapeutic interventions and education.
• Collect and analyze specimens to determine gas levels.

Skills

Knowledge of respiratory care procedures

Ability to analyze patient data

Computer skills for documentation

Emergency response skills

Education

Degree in Respiratory Care from accredited program

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Facility Details

• Marsh Park Falls Ctr
• Location: Park Falls, WI
• Address: 50 Sherry Ave, Park Falls, WI 54552, USA
• Shift: Varies
• Job Schedule: PRN
• Weekly Hours: Varies
• Salary Range: 30.00 - 44.00

Job Summary

The scope of work for a respiratory therapist includes assessment, therapeutic intervention and education for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders and/or sleep disorders or associated complications. Respiratory therapists assess individuals to prevent, detect, monitor and manage disease and complications. Respiratory therapists provide therapeutic interventions to directly impact cardiopulmonary health as well as overall health status according to established goals and interdisciplinary care plans. Respiratory therapists provide education to promote preventative care, self-management, enhanced cardiopulmonary health and quality of life. May provide education and data management relative to sleep‑disordered breathing. Performs regular assessments of patients and the equipment they are using in order to adjust therapy. Collect and/or analyzes patients' blood and other specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide and other gases. Measures the patient's lung capacity to determine if there are any impairments. Offers diagnosis results and treatment suggestions based on the analysis of the patient.

Qualifications

A degree in Respiratory Care from an accredited respiratory care program is required; minimum associate degree or equivalent as defined by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).

Respiratory Therapists must have a thorough knowledge and understanding of all procedures, indications, contraindications and hazards involved in respiratory care, as well as knowledge of equipment utilized in their department. Demonstrates the ability and knowledge required to utilize computers for patient documentation and data gathering for quality care. Must complete orientations, competency validations, and other in-servicing as required by the department and hospital.

Must have current Respiratory Therapy licensure in state(s) of practice and/or possess multi‑state licensure privileges as required by position.

Must have Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials as attained through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and maintain active status according to NBRC credentialing requirements.

Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required. Must obtain site‑specific specialty credential(s) such as Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), etc.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full‑time and part‑time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home‑work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre‑employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0253780
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No