Respiratory Therapist Registered-BLS ACLS

UnityPoint Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

UnityPoint Health is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to deliver expert respiratory therapies across neonatal to adult patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. You will maintain equipment, document actions, and collaborate with health care teams to optimize outcomes.

The role emphasizes safe, efficient care with a focus on patient comfort and accurate diagnostic testing, while supporting education for students and staff.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited program is required
• Graduate of a CoARC approved Respiratory Care program is required

Responsibilities

• Assess respiratory status across neonatal to adult populations and provide appropriate care
• Administer respiratory therapies including gas delivery, nebulization, chest physiotherapy, airway management, and ventilation
• Perform diagnostic procedures such as ABG collection/analysis and pulmonary function testing
• Monitor responses to therapy, adjust treatments, and communicate with the care team
• Document assessments and treatments in the EMR and maintain equipment

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy

CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

Job description

Overview

Provide expert respiratory care to a diverse patient population across inpatient and outpatient settings, ranging from neonates to adults. Deliver safe, efficient, and compassionate respiratory therapies and diagnostic testing while maintaining equipment, documenting accurately, and collaborating with healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes.

• Area of Interest: Allied Health
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.4
• Department: Respiratory Care- Meth
• Shift: 7P-7A /WEP
• Job ID: 186192

Overview

Provide expert respiratory care to a diverse patient population across inpatient and outpatient settings, ranging from neonates to adults. Deliver safe, efficient, and compassionate respiratory therapies and diagnostic testing while maintaining equipment, documenting accurately, and collaborating with healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Assess respiratory status through exams and medicalrecord review, providing appropriate care across neonatal to adult populations.
• Administer respiratory therapies including medical gas delivery, nebulization, chest physiotherapy, airway management, and invasive/noninvasive ventilation.
• Perform diagnostic procedures such as ABG collection/analysis, pulmonary function testing, and pulse oximetry.
• Monitor patient responses to therapy, adjust treatments as needed, and elevate concerns to the care team.
• Manage artificial airways, troubleshoot respiratory equipment, and maintain safe, effective operation of all devices.
• Participate in medical emergency response teams and assist with internal patient transport.
• Document all assessments, treatments, and patient responses accurately in the EMR and communicate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Set up, clean, and maintain respiratory equipment; mentor students and new staff; and contribute to qualityimprovement and safety initiatives.

Qualifications

Education:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited program is required
• Graduate of a CoARC approved Respiratory Care program is required

Experience:

• None

License(s)/Certification(s):

• Required Upon Hire:
• Must have current licensure in good standing to practice as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in State(s) of Practice.
• Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
• Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH)
• Iowa Board of Respiratory Care and Polysomnography (IBRC)
• Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (WIDSPS)
• Registered Resp Therapy Technician by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care
• Adult Dependent Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (Preferred)
• American Academy of Pediatrics
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (Preferred)
• American Heart Association