Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapy Position

Full-time | On-site | Gold Beach, OR | Brookings, OR | Shift Schedule: Day Shift & Night Shift

Compensation Range: $38.08 - $57.60

Compensation is based on experience, with a range reflecting entry-level candidates through those with 15+ years of experience. Eligible positions may also qualify for additional compensation with applicable shift, weekend, certification, or other differentials.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education & Experience

• Current unencumbered Respiratory Therapy licensure from the state of Oregon is required at the time of hire.
• Registered Respiratory Therapy certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care is required at the time of hire.
• Current American Heart Association ACLS and BLS certification is required.
• Must obtain PALS within 6 months of hire.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Moderate computer skills are required, specifically using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); prior use of an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) for documenting in patient records is preferred.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills are required.
• A demonstrated ability to work well in high pressure situations is required.

Additional Compensation Differential Opportunities

• Licensed Positions: NOC Shift (7:00 PM–7:00 AM): +$3.50/hour. | Weekend Shift (12:00 AM Saturday–11:59 PM Sunday): +$3.00/hour.
• Non-Licensed Positions: NOC Shift (7:00 PM–7:00 AM): +$3.00/hour. | Weekend Shift (12:00 AM Saturday–11:59 PM Sunday): +$2.00/hour.

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Respiratory Therapy Manager, the RRT provides direct and indirect patient care in the hospital and outpatient settings. The RRT functions as a liaison between patients, physicians, and other healthcare providers. Communicates with physicians, manager, house supervisors, and co-workers as appropriate about changes in patient's cardiopulmonary status including results of diagnostic studies and changing symptoms. Must respond quickly and accurately to changes in patients' condition(s) or response to treatment.

Essential Functions

Perform routine respiratory therapy responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for the patient's age.

Demonstrate knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.

Perform emergent cardiopulmonary interventions considering needs specific to the standard of care for the patient's age, including emergency assisted ventilation and respiratory duties

Treat patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identify and address psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.

Performs administrative duties such as therapy documentation and charting, and charge capturing. Responsible for cleaning and maintaining equipment, performing safety checks, troubleshooting equipment, and ordering supplies as needed.

Familiar with Policies, Procedures, and Protocols. Care and Documentation meets current standards of practice and complies with all such guidelines.

Maintains regulatory requirements, including all local, state, and federal regulations and accrediting organization standards related to the Cardiopulmonary department and, as appropriate, to each facility.

Takes emergency call/standby after normal operating hours as required by the needs of the department and the monthly schedule.

Performs other duties as assigned or requested to support the overall needs of the department, and in accordance with Curry Health Network's Mission, Vision and Shared Values.

Shared Values

Service: We serve with compassion and understanding.

Teamwork: We are one team – each one of us makes a difference.

Curiosity: We promote learning.

Integrity: We live by honesty, trust, and doing the right thing by our organizational values

What We Offer

• Enhanced parental leave: 12 weeks of Oregon Paid Leave (if applicable) followed by 6 additional weeks of CHN-paid parental leave
• 75% discount on CHN patient responsibility costs for employees and eligible dependents
• Choice of two medical plans, including an HSA with employer contributions of up to $1,920 annually
• 403(b) with employer match and 457(b) retirement plans with Pre-Tax and Roth options
• 100% employer-paid medical flight membership for employees and household members
• Employer-paid life insurance equal to one year's annual salary for eligible full-time and part-time employees
• Optional dental and vision insurance
• FSA and Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
• Tuition assistance and certification achievement incentives
• Employee recognition programs and career growth opportunities

Join a team that invests in your health, your family, and your future.

Physical Requirements

On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities:

• None of the time: Taste or Smell
• Up to 1/3 of the time: Stoop/Kneel/Crouch/Crawl
• From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: Sit, push/pull, reach with hands and arms
• Up 2/3 of the time and more: Talk or Hear, Use Hands, stand, walk

This job requires that weight be lifted, or force be exerted as follows:

• None of the time: up to and more than 100 pounds
• Up to 1/3 of the time: up to 50 pounds
• From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: up to 10 pounds
• Up to 2/3 of the time and more: no requirement

This job has special vision requirements as follows:

• Close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

This job requires exposure to the following environmental conditions:

• None of the time: Extreme heat/cold; risk of electrical shock, work with explosives; risk of radiation; vibration, Wet/humid; fumes/airborne particles; toxic/caustic chemicals
• Up to 1/3 of the time: Near moving mechanical parts; fumes/airborne particles; toxic/caustic chemicals
• From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: no requirement
• The typical noise level for the work environment is: quiet to moderate noise.
• Hearing requirements: ability to hear instructions, alarms on equipment and patient call.

This job requires the following repetitive motion actions:

• From 1 – 2 hours per day: Repetitive use of firm/heavy grasping
• From 7+ hours per day: Repetitive use of hands, simple/light grasping and fine dexterity

This is designated as a hard to fill position. Please refer to policy HR-A37

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time to meet the needs of the organization.

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