Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Schedule: This is a full‑time role that will work 3, 12‑hour shifts per week. It is a night shift position from 6:45 pm to 7:15 am and also works every other weekend. Responsibilities Examines patients with breathing‑related conditions and conducts diagnostic testing. Consults with physicians to develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient. Performs physiotherapy and other treatments and teaches patients to use medications. Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer. Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per care plan. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate. Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices. Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources. Monitors, receives, stocks and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders; maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment; disassembles, cleans, sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines. Benefits Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees. Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a respiratory therapy program and licensed in the state of New Mexico as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP). Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; ACLS, PALS and NRP certifications preferred. EEOC Statement Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr