Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus: $10,000

Comprehensive benefits

No travel requirement

Job summary

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center in Alaska is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join a dedicated team. You will deliver respiratory care, evaluate patient needs, and collaborate with physicians and nurses to optimize treatments.

This full-time position offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus, a variable shift schedule, and no travel or on-call requirements. You will provide patient education and participate in rounds to ensure high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Active RRT certification and state licensure.
• Excellent patient assessment and communication skills.
• Ability to work various shifts in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapy procedures per physician orders and policies.
• Set up and monitor oxygen delivery devices and systems.
• Assess patients and plan care; adjust therapies as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff on treatment plans.
• Educate patients on therapies and medications.

Skills

RRT knowledge

Ventilator management

Patient care

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification

Tools

Ventilators

Monitoring devices

Job description

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Schedule:Full-time, variable shifts, 2x8 hour shifts and 2x12 hour shifts per week + weekends & holidays rotation + no travel & no call.

Your experience matters

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Respiratory Therapist (RRT)joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier .

More about our team

We examine and treat patients with breathing-related conditions, perform diagnostic testing, and collaborate with physicians to develop and implement treatment plans. We also provide patient education on therapies and medication use; perform physiotherapy and related treatments.

How you'll contribute

A Respiratory Therapist (RRT),who excels in this role:

• Perform respiratory therapy procedures in accordance with physician order and Respiratory Care Policy and Procedure Manual.
• Set-Up, Maintains, & Monitors all forms of oxygen delivery devices and systems.
• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patients for the appropriateness of respiratory therapy.
• Determines effectiveness of Therapies ordered and consults physicians for clarification.
• Collaborates with physicians and Nurse Manager on pulmonary management of the patient to assure appropriate treatment modalities; provides input in the development of policies, procedures, trial of equipment.
• Acts as a resource to nursing staff, physicians, residents and students regarding respiratory care, safe, effective methods of administering therapy, technical aspects of Respiratory Therapy.
• Evaluates patients on therapy/protocols and revises plan of care according to assessment findings; is knowledgeable of indications, contraindications and hazards of special procedures.
• Initiates/maintains non-invasive ventilation and assesses how the patient responds to ventilator therapy, recommends intervention as needed.
• Participates in Intensive, Critical, Trauma and Medical Floor Rounds to provide status and input regarding management of the patient.
• As part of the Rapid Response Team, it responds to all Rapid Response Alerts.
• Provides education to Patient Care Units.
• Performs emergent airway care and adheres to established procedures when performing care.
• Assists physicians with diagnostic procedures as needed.
• Performs arterial blood gas puncture; A-Line draws.
• Utilizes aseptic technique in patient care and performance of procedures and treatment; adheres to all infection control practices and procedures; maintains effective and efficient use of chemicals/other materials.
• Cleans and assembles equipment; maintains equipment utilizing manufacturer's instructions/guidelines; understands equipment applications for therapies; follow safety procedures/guidelines and report unsafe conditions.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding patient/employee information.
• Maintain competency; attends/adheres to department/unit specific programs and required education.
• Adheres to time scheduling exhibiting flexibility.
• Restock supplies, checks for expiration dates and informs Clinical Coordinator / Manager of impending out of stock supplies.
• Provides performance improvement interventions for respiratory applications.
• Performs routine statistical collection; provides follow-up data of units; completes patient charges/documentation on patient record.
• Assuming assignment of staff for shift in absence of Clinical Coordinator.
• Assumes accountability and responsibility for practice.
• Responsible for RICN flight and ground transport.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Respiratory Clinical Coordinator, Respiratory Manager and/or Director.
  

Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medica