Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT) - Full Time/Days

Respiratory Care Practitioner III (RRT)

Unlock your potential for professional development! We are hiring a Respiratory Care Practitioner III (RRT), Full Time/Days to join our Respiratory Therapy Team!

Located in northwest Arizona, Kingman has a mild climate with stunning Arizona sunsets! In the shadows of beautiful mountain ranges and nearby lakes, Kingman is an outdoor enthusiasts' paradise with abundant sunshine and is a great community to live, work and play!

Position Purpose

All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI's vision of providing the region's best clinical care and patient service through an environment that fosters respect for others and pride in performance. Exhibits and promotes a positive, professional work environment. Demonstrates professional work ethic, positive support for department/organization, maintains a positive and respectful rapport with all members of department/organization, as well as for all customers.

Benefits (Full Time Employees)

We offer you an excellent total compensation package, including a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities:

• Exceptional Colleagues
  • Join us and you'll be a part of a culture where we support each other and celebrate what makes each of us a special person as we work together with integrity, compassion, teamwork, respect, and accountability.
  • Our leaders demonstrate their commitment by gathering feedback, supporting, and empowering team members to do their best work through regular leadership rounding.
• Health and Well-Being
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid HSA for HDHP participants, Robust Wellness and Employee Assistance Program, Employer Paid Group Life, Short & Long-Term Disability
  • Generous Paid Leave Accruals
  • 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
  • Employee Recognition Programs, Employee Discounts, and Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Employee Identity Theft Protection
  • On-site daycare exclusive to our employees' children of all ages
  • Employer Paid Employee Wellness Center Membership with fitness classes, personal training, indoor pool, racquetball, and basketball courts
• Career Growth and Development
  • Tuition Reimbursement/Scholarships for full-time employees
  • As a not-for-profit organization, our employees who have qualified student loans may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
  • So much more!

Key Responsibilities

Respiratory Therapists provide care under physician order and/or direction in compliance with established patient guidelines. Must possess a level of clinical expertise, including but not limited to, an understanding of the adult/pediatric patient's condition, determine appropriate care, deliver emergency care as needed, and verbalize the indication and rationale for therapy with the attending physician. Must possess the skills to communicate effectively and professionally with patients, family members/visitors, interdisciplinary personnel, and with Respiratory teammates.

Must have the ability to interpret blood gases and manipulate invasive and non-invasive vent parameters to attain therapeutic goals per physician orders. Must be able to manage time to complete patient workload according to the physician-prescribed schedule. Must be able to document thoroughly regarding all patient assessment, therapy, and charges in the patient records.

Must be able to perform pulmonary initial evaluation/assessment and have the knowledge necessary to provide in depth evaluation of patients with chronic lung conditions. Must be able to evaluate patients' needs on both their inpatient stay and existing needs for upon discharge. Must attend and participate in at least 80% of team staff meetings. Demonstrates proper use and knowledge of supplies and equipment in providing patient care:

• In depth patient evaluation and interdisciplinary communication
• Medical Gas and Humidity Therapy
• Patient Assessment and Monitoring
• Mechanical Ventilation (Invasive and Non-Invasive)
• Pharmacology
• Diagnostic Testing
• Airway Management
• Blood Gas Analysis
• EKG
• Bedside Pulmonary Function Testing
• Disease Management Education

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of a Respiratory Therapy program
• Certification: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Licensure: Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in state of Arizona
• BLS through American Heart Association

Unit Specific Requirements for Inpatient/ER/OBS Respiratory Therapists:

ACLS through American Heart Association within 6 months of hire or signature of new job description (then continuously maintained). PALS through American Heart Association within 6 months of hire or signature of new job description (then continuously maintained).

Preferences:

Unit Specific Preferences for Outpatient PFT/Pulmonary Rehab Respiratory Therapists: Completion of COPD Educator Course Adult Asthma Educator Specialist (AE-C) Certification Bachelor's degree Experience in pulmonary rehab and/or pulmonary function testing

Unit Specific Preferences for Inpatient/ER/OBS Respiratory Therapists: NRP S.T.A.B.L.E Completion of COPD educator course Bachelor's degree Advanced Certifications of: ACCS, NPS, AE-C Two years Respiratory experience with at least one year in adult/pediatric critical care