Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Lifepoint Health®; Fort Mohave (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Financial protection and PTO

Tuition assistance for higher education

Free gym memberships

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Join Lifepoint Health as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) at Valley View Medical Center in Fort Mohave, Arizona. You will treat patients with breathing-related conditions, collaborate with physicians, and educate patients and families about treatment options and community resources. This role includes both patient care responsibilities and involvement in performance improvement.

We offer comprehensive benefits including competitive medical plans, financial protection, wellness programs, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Current registered respiratory therapist (RRT) license in state of practice.
• BCLS required; ACLS, PALS, and NRP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Examine and treat patients with breathing-related conditions.
• Provide patient education on therapies and medication use.
• Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition during therapies.
• Respond to codes and assess patient condition during emergencies.
• Participate in performance improvement and required education.

Skills

Patient education

Collaboration with physicians

Diagnostic testing

Respiratory therapy

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy

Job description

Your Experience Matters

Valley View 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 are embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier.

Schedule

Night Shift

How You’ll Contribute

• Examine and treat patients with breathing‑related conditions, perform diagnostic testing, and collaborate with physicians to develop and implement treatment.
• Provide patient education on therapies and medication use.
• Perform physiotherapy and related treatments.
• Measure lung capacity and analyze blood samples using a blood analyzer; may perform bedside PFTs, EKGs, and tobacco‑cessation education as ordered.
• Deliver ordered respiratory therapies; monitor, record, and communicate patient condition and response to treatment.
• Respond to codes and emergent calls; assess patient condition and provide appropriate interventions.
• Evaluate and contribute to respiratory care policies and procedures based on outcomes, research, and best practices.
• Educate patients and families on illness, treatments, device use, and community resources.
• Monitor, receive, stock, and distribute respiratory supplies and medical gas cylinders; maintain storage areas and equipment readiness.
• Disassemble, clean, sterilize, perform preventive maintenance and calibrate respiratory equipment.
• Perform all responsibilities as needed to fulfill required service levels.

Participate in performance improvement and required education.

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 medical, dental and vision coverage starting at just $10 per pay period, tailored benefit options for part‑time and PRN employees.
• Financial protection and PTO: life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial and career growth: higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee well‑being: mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional development: ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy. Additional requirements include:

• Current registered respiratory therapist (RRT) license in state of practice.
• BCLS required; ACLS, PALS, and NRP preferred.

EEOC Statement

Valley View Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Valley View Medical Center is committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.