Respiratory Therapist: Ventilation & Pulmonary Care Pro

Lee's Summit Medical Center; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Disability & insurance options

Discount programs

Job summary

Lee's Summit Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care procedures ordered by physicians. You will administer medications and gases, operate and maintain equipment, and provide patient education as part of a comprehensive pulmonology team.

Responsibilities include patient data documentation, infection control, and collaboration with the care team to optimize outcomes.

Qualifications

• ACLS certification required.
• NBRC-CRT certification is the minimum requirement.
• Associate degree in respiratory therapy is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures ordered by physician.
• Administer medical gases and aerosol therapy.
• Obtain and analyze blood specimens and monitor therapy.
• Maintain equipment and provide patient education.
• Complete documentation in patient records and ensure infection control.

Skills

ACLS

NBRC-CRT

Respiratory Therapy

Education

Associate Degree Required

Job description

Lee's Summit Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care procedures ordered by physicians. You will administer medications and gases, operate and maintain equipment, and provide patient education as part of a comprehensive pulmonology team.

Responsibilities include patient data documentation, infection control, and collaboration with the care team to optimize outcomes.