Resp Therapist NICU-Peds RRT

Job Description

Job Description

Are you enthusiastic about enhancing the patient experience? At our organization, we prioritize caring for patients with dedication and integrity. We treat our patients like family! Begin your journey as a Respiratory Therapist in the NICU-Pediatrics department today at our medical center.

Overview of the Role and Qualifications

As a Respiratory Therapist, you will be pivotal in assisting patients through both routine care and critical situations. Your responsibilities will include conducting diagnostic and therapeutic procedures while managing both invasive and noninvasive ventilation in various healthcare environments. You will benefit from cutting-edge respiratory technology, mentorship from seasoned RT professionals, and the backing of a reliable, collaborative team that will facilitate your success and ongoing professional development. With a consistent and predictable schedule, you will have the stability and resources necessary to provide exceptional care, enhance your skills, and make a significant impact on patient health daily.

Your responsibilities will encompass:

• Evaluating respiratory conditions by conducting focused assessments, interpreting breath sounds and airway patency, and identifying the need for respiratory interventions.
• Administering evidence-based therapies by delivering oxygen support, aerosolized medications, airway clearance techniques, and other treatments in emergency, critical care, and acute settings.
• Overseeing ventilation and airways by assisting with the placement of artificial airways, initiating and adjusting both invasive and noninvasive ventilation, monitoring patient responses, and reacting promptly to clinical changes or emergencies.
• Assisting patients and the healthcare team by educating patients and their families, serving as a clinical resource, collaborating with physicians and nurses, and aiding in the stabilization of newborns during deliveries when necessary.
• Ensuring equipment safety and maintenance by setting up, operating, and cleaning respiratory devices; guaranteeing readiness and preventive maintenance; safely transporting ventilated patients; and adhering to all infection prevention protocols.

Qualifications Required:

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification must be obtained within 30 days of starting employment.
• Neonate Resuscitation certification must be obtained within 30 days of starting employment.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification must be obtained within 30 days of starting employment.
• STABLE certification must be obtained within 30 days of starting employment.
• (RRT/RCP-State) Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner certification is required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification must be obtained within 30 days of starting employment.

No travel is required.

No prior experience is necessary.

Benefits

Our medical center offers a comprehensive rewards package that supports the health, lifestyle, career, and retirement of our team members. The available plans and programs include:

• Extensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
• Wellness support, including complimentary counseling and referral services.
• Time-off programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirement options , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (depending on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover assistance, and financial wellness counseling.
• Educational support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with a nursing college.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family planning, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our medical center is a 350+ bed facility and emergency room located in Alexandria, Louisiana. We provide a wide range of services, from Cancer Care to Wound Care, with a medical staff comprising specialists in over 30 medical fields. We believe that clearly defined values are essential for fostering staff and patient satisfaction. By joining our team, you contribute to a positive hospital culture that enhances the well-being of patients and their families, as well as your colleagues and your own job satisfaction. Discover how our commitment to patient satisfaction, service excellence, and professional expertise can advance your career.

Our organization has been recognized multiple times as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute. In recent years, we have invested approximately $3.7 billion in charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

“The great hospitals will always prioritize the patient and their family, and the truly exceptional institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for each individual.” - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
Co-Founder

If you seek an opportunity that offers fulfillment and personal development, we invite you to apply for the Respiratory Therapist NICU-Peds RRT position. We review all applications promptly, and highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock your potential and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.