RESPIRATORY THERAPIST

Respiratory TherapistFull-timeCompany DescriptionHealthcareJob DescriptionRegistered Respiratory TherapistsRespiratory TherapyRT protocols house wide for any patient older than 13 years old that is receiving respiratory treatments.Opportunity to cross-train to PFT/diagnostic.Opportunity to insert radial arterial lines after completing required competencies.Opportunity to apply for the flight team in RT capacity when openings are available.Level 3 B NICU.MT pediatric project with 24/7 PICU intensivist coverage.Hospital paid time to maintain required certifications, ie: ACLS, NRP, PALS, BLS.Puritan Bennet 840 ventilators.Siemens servo-I vents in PICU.Drager Baby log vents in NICU.Ikaria INO vents.3100 A & B oscillator vents.I-STAT for POC ABG testing.In this position, the Registered Respiratory Therapist provides a full range of Respiratory Care to the patient from routine therapy, diagnostics, and assessment to mechanical ventilation in order to assist with treatments.Clinical and Diagnostic ResponsibilitiesOperates, maintains, and monitors a wide variety of equipment including ventilators and those that are involved in the administration of prescribed gases and inhaled medications.Performs arterial punctures, arterial line sampling and operates POC ABG instrument as well as maintaining & cleaning artificial airways as directed.Schedules diagnostic procedures and adjusts or revises procedure schedule as necessary in view of stat orders, admissions, outpatient walk-ins and fluctuations in workload.Patient Care and AssessmentObtains and reviews patient's chart and obtains history for pertinent information before each therapy or procedure. Explains to the patient the therapy or diagnostic test they will be undergoingNotes any changes in therapy or testing due to patient condition or proper testing equipment for age specific needs and collaborates with physician and nursing staff to make adjustmentsDocumentation and CorrespondenceDocuments therapies, procedures, assessment, medications, equipment charges and setups and reviews outstanding orders during the shift and communicates changes to Lead TherapistQualificationsRegistration by National Board of Respiratory Care Program or ability to successfully pass within six months of hire dateCurrent licensure by Montana Board of Respiratory CareCurrent BLS certificationAbility to obtain PALS, ACLS & NRP certifications within 12 months of hire dateAbility to communicate effectively and diplomatically within a multi-functional teamStrong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to successfully function in a fast paced, service oriented environmentExperience in understanding and usage of computers as well as the ability to learn applications relevant to the positionSkills and CertificationsRegistration by National Board of Respiratory Care Program or ability to successfully pass within six months.Current licensure by Montana Board of Respiratory CareCurrent BLS certificationAbility to obtain PALS, ACLS & NRP certifications within 12 months of hire dateScreening QuestionsAre you able to travel to or relocate to Billings, MT?Are you able and willing to work night shift?Ideal CandidatePrefer RRT with experiencePrefer candidate very interested in living and working in rural community Billings, MT.Ideal Candidate should have worked for the following company(ies): Any acute, high trauma hospital with high level technology.Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Direct Staffing Inc