RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (RRT) - Part Time Days

Respiratory Therapist Opportunity

When it comes to choosing a hospital, one thing is clear: quality and convenience count. Northern Nevada Medical Center's tradition of providing quality healthcare in a comfortable, accessible environment means peace of mind for the thousands of patients served by the hospital each year. Northern Nevada Medical Center is a 124-bed acute care hospital located on 23 hillside acres at 2375 E. Prater Way in Sparks, Nevada.

This Respiratory Therapist opportunity is part time and offers full benefits and a convenient day shift schedule. Under the supervision of the Critical Care Director, Medical Director and Respiratory Department Supervisor, the respiratory therapist is responsible for providing Respiratory Care services in accordance with specific physician's orders, department policies and procedures.

Job duties include maintaining knowledge of the various methods of oxygen delivery, including the necessary equipment. The therapist remains alert, assesses possible side effects to oxygen delivery. Administers respiratory therapy treatments, understands the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each. Sets-up and monitors mechanical ventilators and the associated critical care duties required for such treatment, such as airway management and tracheal suctioning. Performs arterial punctures to obtain arterial blood samples for blood gas analysis, and understands the possible complications and contraindications associated with the procedure.

Qualifications include regulatory requirements: current state respiratory therapist licensure or eligible, graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy, BLS and ACLS certification, PALS certified within 90 days.