Respiratory Therapist

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Facility: Bismarck Clinic
Location: Bismarck, ND
Address: 222 N 7th St, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
Shift: Varies
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly Hours: Varies
Salary Range: $30.00 - $44.00


Job Summary


The scope of work for a respiratory therapist includes assessment, therapeutic intervention and education for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders and/or sleep disorders or associated complications. Primary Responsibilities for Pulmonary Function Lab RT


Perform diagnostic pulmonary function testing, including:


Spirometry


Diffusion testing


Lung volume testing


Airway resistance testing


Respiratory muscle force measurements


Bronchial provocation testing


Asthma exercise testing


Exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) testing


Cardiopulmonary stress testing


Home oxygen evaluations


Six-minute walk tests


Arterial blood gas (ABG) collection and analysis


Other physician-ordered respiratory diagnostic tests


Administer respiratory therapies as prescribed.


Educate patients on the proper use of respiratory medications and equipment.


Calibrate, clean, troubleshoot, and maintain pulmonary function testing equipment.


Identify and report equipment malfunctions to ensure accurate testing and patient safety.


Provide high-quality patient care while supporting physicians and the healthcare team in diagnosing and managing respiratory conditions.


Secondary Responsibilities


PFL Respiratory Therapists spend most of their time performing noncritical testing. However, they must be prepared to respond during an emergency, such as b


Qualifications


A degree in Respiratory Care from an accredited respiratory care program is required; minimum associate degree or equivalent as defined by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).


Respiratory Therapists must have a thorough knowledge and understanding of all procedures, indications, contraindications and hazards involved in respiratory care, as well as knowledge of equipment utilized in their department. Demonstrates the ability and knowledge required to utilize computers for patient documentation and data gathering for quality care. Must complete orientations, competency validations, and other in-servicing as required by the department and hospital.


Must have current Respiratory Therapy licensure in state(s) of practice and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges as required by position.


Must have Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials as attained through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and maintain active status according to NBRC credentialing requirements.


Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required. Must obtain site-specific specialty credential(s) such as Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), etc.


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Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.


Req Number: R-0271215
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No