Respiratory Care Therapist

Job Title: Respiratory Therapist, Certified PART TIME - 3RD SHIFT Job Description The certified respiratory therapist assesses, treats, and monitors patients with respiratory diseases and conditions. This includes the delivery of medicated and non-medicated therapy as ordered by the provider. Additionally, therapists provide invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilator support for acute respiratory failure. As part of patient assessment and management, the therapist performs diagnostic test procedures. In addition, therapists assist in departmental operations by assisting with quality improvement projects, equipment and supplies. The certified therapist follows all applicable rules and regulations established by the licensure board depending on the state in which respiratory therapy is practiced. Responsibilities Provide Respiratory Care to newborn through geriatrics in generally predictable, although critical situations, under the supervision of the medical director. Possesses a sound knowledge and an adequate proficiency in the skills of Respiratory Care and Electrodiagnostic practices, procedures, and techniques, as they pertain to newborn through geriatric patients. Conducts physician prescribed treatments of a routine nature; operating Intermittent Positive Pressure Breathing (IPPP) machine, various oxygen devices, nebulizer, or Metered Dose Inhaler to administer prescribed medications, gases and humidity and various oxygen concentrations to the respiratory system of the patient. Performs chest physiotherapy treatments involving percussion, postural drainage, adjunct therapy and suctioning to loosen and mobilize secretions and mucus in the lungs. Performs arterial puncture; operates blood gas analyzer measuring and determining the acid base balance efficiencies of ventilation, and metabolism of the respiratory system. Requirements Certificate/ diploma in respiratory care. Prefer Associate degree in respiratory care. Must possess a current and valid KBRC license. Certified Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care. BLS ACLS, PALS and NRP certification within the first year of employment. Benefits: Part-Time 24 weekly hours (0.6 FTE) - 31.99 weekly hours (0.8FTE) Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave Bereavement Leave (includes pets) PTO Sell Back Program Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation) Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support Retirement with Company Match Identity Theft Protection 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Helping all candidates find great careers is our goal. The information you provide here is secure and confidential. #J-18808-Ljbffr Baptist Health