Respiratory Therapist

Licensed Respiratory Therapist Opportunity

Are you a Licensed Respiratory Therapist looking for an opportunity to grow your career in a hospital setting? We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Respiratory Therapist to join a collaborative healthcare team providing high-quality respiratory care to patients in both critical and non-critical care settings. New graduates are encouraged to apply!

What You'll Do

As a Respiratory Therapist, you will assess patient needs, provide respiratory treatments, monitor patient progress, and work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. Responsibilities include:

• Administer nebulizer and metered-dose inhaler medications
• Provide oxygen, humidity, aerosol, and medical gas therapy
• Perform pulse oximetry, incentive spirometry, respiratory mechanics, and PEP therapy
• Provide chest physiotherapy and suctioning
• Manage invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation
• Monitor ventilator settings and patient response
• Assist with intubation, extubating, and bronchoscopy procedures
• Respond to Code Blue and rapid-response situations
• Verify physician orders and accurately document patient care
• Transport and monitor respiratory patients as needed
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team
• Participate in patient-care initiatives, quality improvement, and mentoring of new team members

Qualifications

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care program

Licensure & Certification:

• Valid Oklahoma Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License, Provisional License, or temporary letter to practice issued by the Oklahoma Medical Board
• CRT or RRT credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• BLS certification within two months of hire

Experience:

• 0– 6 months of related experience
• New graduates who meet licensing and credential requirements are encouraged to apply

What We're Looking For

• Strong patient care and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in both critical and non-critical care environments
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced hospital environment
• Sound clinical judgment and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable using basic computer systems for documentation and data entry
• Team-oriented and committed to providing excellent patient care

If you're ready to begin or continue your career as a Respiratory Therapist with a respected healthcare team, apply today!