Respiratory Therapist - Up to $15,000 Bonus

Oklahoma State University Medical Center; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $15,000

Job summary

Oklahoma State University Medical Center in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to operate respiratory equipment, administer gases and therapies, and respond to emergencies. You may assist in transport of ventilated patients and provide ABG analysis guidance.

The role requires an Associate Degree (preferred), BLS, and a valid RT Oklahoma license. Expect alternate weekends and holidays; sign-on bonus offered.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate Degree (preferred).
• Active Oklahoma RT license or eligibility.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate respiratory equipment for diagnosis and treatment.
• Administer respiratory gases, medications and therapy modes.
• Respond to emergencies and assist in transport of ventilated patients.
• ABG analysis interpretation and education to patients and families.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Emergency response

ABG analysis

Patient education

Education

Associate Degree (preferred)

Tools

Holter monitor equipment

Job description

Sign-On Bonus $15,000

The Registered Respiratory Therapist reports to the shift supervisor/manager. Capable of setting up and operating various types of equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease and or illness. The therapist provides administration of respiratory specific gases and medications, and modes of therapy for the respiratory compromised patient. Responds to emergencies throughout the hospital. Performs Holter monitor initiation and discontinuance. Analyze and advises on arterial blood gas results. Inservice patients and families on the use of Respiratory equipment in the home environment. Assists in the transport of mechanically ventilated patients. May assist in the ordering of department supplies. Takes and records verbal and telephone orders from physicians as necessary. Acts as a resource person to nurses, physicians, residents, interns, respiratory staff, students and other hospital staff in regards to initiation and operation of all respiratory procedures. May assume a Charge role in the absence of the Respiratory Supervisor. Takes an active part in attending departmental inservice/education programs. Participates in Quality Assurance programs, and participates in department and/or OSUMC committees. Work schedule includes working alternate weekends and holidays.

Job Description

SIGN-ON BONUS $15,000 The Registered Respiratory Therapist reports to the shift supervisor/manager. Capable of setting up and operating various types of equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease and or illness. The therapist provides administration of respiratory specific gases and medications, and modes of therapy for the respiratory compromised patient. Responds to emergencies throughout the hospital. Performs Holter monitor initiation and discontinuance. Analyze and advises on arterial blood gas results. Inservice patients and families on the use of Respiratory equipment in the home environment. Assists in the transport of mechanically ventilated patients. May assist in the ordering of department supplies. Takes and records verbal and telephone orders from physicians as necessary. Acts as a resource person to nurses, physicians, residents, interns, respiratory staff, students and other hospital staff in regards to initiation and operation of all respiratory procedures. May assume a Charge role in the absence of the Respiratory Supervisor. Takes an active part in attending departmental inservice/education programs. Participates in Quality Assurance programs, and participates in department and/or OSUMC committees. Work schedule includes working alternate weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

Education: Associate Degree (preferred)

License/Certification

• Valid RT Oklahoma License
• BLS required

Experience: 0 - 1 year of experience (preferred)