RRT | Registered Respiratory Therapist

RRT | Registered Respiratory Therapist

Join a dedicated healthcare team as a Registered Respiratory Therapist providing vital respiratory assessment, support, and treatment in acute care, emergency, and outpatient settings within the Pacific Northwest region. This role involves delivering emergency respiratory care, including artificial respiration and cardiopulmonary resuscitation assistance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor patients' physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry, consulting physicians when adverse reactions occur.
• Perform diagnostic testing including arterial blood gases (ABGs) and electrocardiograms (EKGs).
• Set up and operate respiratory devices like high flow oxygen systems, BiPAP, mechanical ventilators, aerosol generators, and environmental control systems according to treatment protocols.
• Provide training and support to clinical staff in respiratory care expertise.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to manage patient care and assist with medical procedures.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of patient information and accurately document all respiratory therapy activities in electronic or written records.

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree from an accredited Respiratory Care Program is required.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from NBRC.
• State respiratory therapist license and certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP (to be obtained within 90 days of hire).
• Experience in critical care settings is essential.

Professional Requirements:

• Adherence to all regulatory and licensing requirements.
• Dependability in attendance and timely completion of duties.
• Commitment to ethical standards and organizational goals.
• Excellent communication skills with patients, families, and team members, demonstrating respect and courtesy.

This part-time position offers 12-hour day shifts totaling 48 hours per pay period. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement with employer match, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance programs, gym membership, tuition reimbursement, and student loan repayment opportunities.