Respiratory Therapist (RT) Weekend Program

Carolinas Medical Center; Town of Grafton (WI); On-site; USD 46,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Loan forgiveness

Tuition assistance

Clinical ladder

Weekend differential

Shift differential

401(k) contribution

Job summary

Aurora Medical Center Grafton is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for 0.9 FTE night shifts. The position offers a pay range of $33.05–$49.60 per hour, with a sign-on bonus of $10,000 and loan forgiveness up to $21,000.

Tuition assistance up to $21,000 and a clinical ladder program up to $6,000 yearly are included, along with weekend differential. We require an associate degree in respiratory care, active RCP license, NBRC credentials, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited respiratory care program, with a minimum of an associate degree.
• Licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) in the practicing state.
• Active NBRC credentials (RRT preferred) and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate ventilators and assist with bedside procedures in critical and non-critical care.
• Deliver prescribed meds and therapies per physician orders.
• Educate patients on therapy goals and self-care.
• Maintain and troubleshoot respiratory equipment and ensure safety.
• Collaborate with departments to support patient care across shifts.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Time management

Clinical knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Care

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Respiratory therapy equipment

Job description

Department:

36402 AMC Grafton - Respiratory Therapy Services

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hou rs Per Week:

36

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

• 0.9 FTE
• Nights
• Large Differential for Weekend Program

Pay Range:

$33.05 - $49.60

Sign on Bonus

$10,000

Loan Forgiveness :

Up to $21,000

Tuition Assistance :

Up to $21,000

Location :

Aurora Medical Center Grafton

Schedule :

0.9 FTE, Nights

Pay Range :

$33.05 - $49.60/hour

Clinical Ladder Program - up to $6,000 in additional yearly bonus potential

Large Differential included for Weekend Program

We want our teammates and their families to Live Well. Actual compensation offered in the Pay Range (above) will be based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience and/or training and internal equity. To accompany base pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Shift differentials for PM, Nights, Weekends (based on job profile)
• 401(k) company contribution: 3% of your eligible annual salary AND 401(k) employer match: Dollar for dollar match up to 3%
• Opportunity for yearly merit increases within the salary range

Major Responsibilities:

• Uses Respiratory therapy processes to support assessment of patient utilizing a variety of skills such as pulmonary diagnostics, chest radiograph, hemodynamic values, laboratory values, and correlates blood gases and electrolytes. Can identify and address the special needs of patient population specific to department services.
• Operates specialized ventilators in critical and non-critical care venues. Assists physician with bedside or other procedures as applicable to facility.
• Provides medication treatments and therapies per physician order and/or patient driven respiratory protocols as prescribed.
• Cleans, maintains, and ensures proper functionality of equipment. Troubleshoots equipment as necessary and identifies the need for service and/or repair.
• Educates and instructs patients in purpose, technique, self-care, goal of therapy, and disease management.
• Facilitates clinical problem solving and collaborates with other departments to provide education on managing patients.
• Under physician direction, the respiratory therapist must be able to adapt and comply to policies and procedures for a variety of different service areas, perform tasks and/or special duties as required by assignment and maintain performance standards and organizational behaviors.
• Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills. Provides clear, concise, timely, and accurate patient handoff.
• Promotes a culture of safety by recognizing and applying proper safety measures to prevent patient harm. Reports patient safety events and near misses in a timely manner. Seeks to identify potential safety issues and assists in the implementation of corrective actions.
• Teaches, educates, and precepts new teammates, orientees, and students.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license issued by the state in which the team member practices.
• Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) within 12 months OR active Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential issued by the NBRC if credential received prior to January 1, 2023.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).
• See Education/Certification Addendum for any additional site-specific requirements.

Education Required:

Graduate from an accredited respiratory care program, with a minimum of an associate degree.

Experience Required:

No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Effective organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Problem solving and decision making for patient care and equipment use.
• Proficient computer skills, use of e-mail and electronic medical record systems.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), listening and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates human relation skills with the ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members, and physicians. Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively with others.
• Demonstrates time management skills with an ability to multi-task and prioritize in an environment with frequent interruptions.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
• Must be able to lift 50 lb object from knee to waist.
• Must be able to lift 50 lb from floor to w