Respiratory Therapist (RRT), PRN

Memorial Physician Practices; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Medical Center in Missoula, MT seeks a Respiratory Therapist to examine and treat patients with breathing-related conditions and collaborate with physicians to develop and implement treatment plans.

Responsibilities include performing diagnostics, delivering therapies, responding to codes, educating patients, and maintaining equipment while supporting performance-improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license in state of practice required.
• BCLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer; may perform bedside PFTs, EKGs, and tobacco-cessation education as ordered.
• Delivers ordered respiratory therapies; monitors, records, and communicates patient condition and response to treatment.
• Responds to codes and emergent calls; assesses patient condition and provides appropriate interventions.
• Evaluates and contributes to respiratory care policies and procedures based on outcomes, research, and best practices.
• Educates patients and families on illness, treatments, device use, and community resources.
• Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory supplies and medical gas cylinders; maintains storage areas and equipment readiness.
• Disassembles, cleans, sterilizes, performs preventive maintenance, and calibrates respiratory equipment.
• Performs all responsibilities as needed to fulfill required service levels.
• Participates in performance improvement and required education.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Who We Are

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Community Medical Center is a leading healthcare system with 151 beds offering adult and pediatric treatments and technology combined with medical specialties and certifications often only available in major cities.

Where We Are

Nestled in the Rocky Mountains of western Montana, Missoula is between Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks. Our diverse community serves as western Montana's hub for education and healthcare and offers the perfect blend of four-season outdoor recreation, small town charm and big city amenities.

Position Summary

Examines and treats patients with breathing-related conditions, performs diagnostic testing, and collaborates with physicians to develop and implement treatment plans. Provides patient education on therapies and medication use; performs physiotherapy and related treatments. Reports to the Director or Manager of Department.

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer; may perform bedside PFTs, EKGs, and tobacco-cessation education as ordered.
• Delivers ordered respiratory therapies; monitors, records, and communicates patient condition and response to treatment.
• Responds to codes and emergent calls; assesses patient condition and provides appropriate interventions.
• Evaluates and contributes to respiratory care policies and procedures based on outcomes, research, and best practices.
• Educates patients and families on illness, treatments, device use, and community resources.
• Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory supplies and medical gas cylinders; maintains storage areas and equipment readiness.
• Disassembles, cleans, sterilizes, performs preventive maintenance, and calibrates respiratory equipment.
• Performs all responsibilities as needed to fulfill required service levels.
• Participates in performance improvement and required education.

What we\'re looking for:

• Education: Bachelor\'s Degree in Respiratory Therapy
• License: Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license in state of practice
• Certifications: BCLS

What we offer

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 for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and 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.

More about Community Medical Center

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Community Medical Center is a leading healthcare system with 151 beds offering adult and pediatric treatments and technology combined with medical specialties and certifications often only available in major cities.

EEOC Statement

Community Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Community 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.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.