Respiratory Therapist

Your future role at a glance Location: Fishers, IN Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Fishers Department/Specialty: Respiratory Therapy Schedule: Nights | Part Time | 6:00pm - 6:00am | Every third weekend Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits that help you thrive Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more How you’ll make an impact in this role Lead the development of individualized care plans by assessing patient diagnosis and respiratory needs to ensure every treatment is medically precise and outcome-driven. Implement and manage advanced respiratory therapies using state-of-the-art equipment to stabilize and improve the lung function of patients with complex insufficiencies. Direct life-saving interventions as a core member of the emergency resuscitation team, providing rapid-response expertise when every second counts. Empower patients and their families through clear education on their respiratory health and community resources, ensuring a safe and informed transition from hospital to home. Evaluate and refine treatment effectiveness by monitoring patient progress in real-time and adjusting medications or modalities to achieve the highest quality of care. What minimum requirements you’ll need Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Indiana Respiratory Care Committee obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date required. Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred. Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Education: High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) ( poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) ( poster. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here ( for more information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ascension Health