Registered Respiratory Therapist

Location 211 Sudderth Dr Ruidoso, NM Compensation Minimum Offer $27.92 – Maximum Offer $42.63 Summary Under the supervision of the Respiratory Medical Director, provides cardiopulmonary diagnostic and respiratory therapeutic support for patients in the Hospital and/or outpatients that require cardiopulmonary diagnostic testing, respiratory treatment, and/or ventilatory support. Growth & Learning How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities Staff safety wearable badge allowing nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications, and various lead roles (for eligible positions) Malpractice liability insurance Loan forgiveness through the EPIC electronic charting system Type of Opportunity Full time – FTE: 1.00 – Job Exempt: No – Work Shift: Weekday Schedule Monday-Friday (United States of America) Responsibilities Responsible for daily evaluation of respiratory care patients, provision of routine and entry-level critical care respiratory care procedures, and patient explanation and education. Participates in planning and coordination of the operational and financial activities of the Respiratory Care Department. Assures development, implementation, and maintenance of department policies and procedures. Assures departmental participation in the Hospital Quality Improvement Program. Responsible for processing and submitting daily patient charges for respiratory therapy and EKGs to Business Office personnel. Assures maintenance and readiness of respiratory therapy equipment. Performs EKGs and holter monitoring as prescribed by physicians. Coordinates and implements continuing education in services for nursing staff to maintain competency in performance of respiratory care procedures. Represents the Hospital through participation in community activities to promote health and wellness. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Associates Degree/Certification as Respiratory Therapy Technician/Registered Respiratory Therapy Technician. Current New Mexico licensure as Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner required. CPR certification required. ACLS certification preferred. One to three years experience in respiratory care. EEO Statement AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke-free campuses. #J-18808-Ljbffr