Respiratory Therapist, Registered

Sanford; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign On Bonus

Referral Bonuses

Shift Differentials

Health Insurance

401K Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, SD is hiring a Respiratory Therapist. You will assess patients, manage ventilation support, and help determine treatment plans in a fast-paced, multi-area hospital environment.

The role includes working 3 x 12 hour shifts plus a 4 hour shift per period, with weekends on a rotating basis. This full-time position offers a sign-on bonus, competitive compensation, and opportunities for advancement within a premier rural health system.

Qualifications

• NBRC-registered Respiratory Therapists eligible for licensure in state(s) of practice.
• Associate degree or higher in Respiratory Care required; NBRC credentials required or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients to monitor and manage respiratory conditions.
• Measure lung capacity and track changes over time.
• Offer diagnosis results and treatment suggestions based on assessments.
• Work across areas from general floors to critical care, including NICU/PICU.

Skills

Ventilation Management

Patient Education

Clinical Assessment

Education

Associate Degree in Respiratory Care

NBRC-RRT Certification

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

38

Compensation

Salary Range: $28.50 - $44.00

• Sign-on Bonus Available

Union Position

No

Department Details

This position is full time 76 hours a pay period working three 12 hour shifts each week and one 4 hour shift each pay period. Varying shifts that consist of days, evenings, nights and every third weekend. Our department is fast paced, different everyday. We have the only free standing Children's hospital in the state. Once you have seniority there will be less weekends involved. Opportunity to do new things and challenge yourself. Our inpatient RT's will work in a variety of areas including Adult Critical Care, NICU and PICU. RT's are responsible for vent/BiPAP management, medication delivery, bronchial hygiene, managing RT driven protocols and patient education.

Summary

Respiratory Therapist are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing care to our patients. Come and join Sanford Health one of the largest and fastest growing not-for-profit health systems on our journey to be the premier rural health system in the United States! We're seeking a compassionate, patient, and problem-solving Respiratory Therapist who will take our breath away and give it back to our patients.

Job Description

What you will do:

• Assess patients to prevent, detect, monitor and manage disease and complications.
• Measure patient's lung capacity to determine if there are any impairments.
• Offer diagnosis results and treatment suggestions based on the analysis of the patient.
• We have the ability to work in several clinical areas ranging from general floors to critical care.

You Belong at Sanford:

• Sign On bonus options available!
• Referral Bonuses
• Competitive Compensation
• Salary Increases
• Shift Differentials
• Family atmosphere with friendly staff and providers
• Flexible shift options
• Opportunities for advancement
• Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance options
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off
• Company Matched 401K Retirement Plan
• School Sponsorships

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.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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