Registered Respiratory Therapist

Overview $20,000 Retention Bonus! Make your move to Alaska! Experience the midnight sun in the summer, a front‑row seat to the northern lights in the winter, and the opportunity to advance your experience and skills as you enjoy the Alaskan lifestyle. Foundation Health Partners (FHP) is looking for a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their team. Pay & Benefits Compensation $40.08 to $64.13 hourly wage based on experience and education Retention Bonus $20,000 for eligible new hires Relocation Assistance up to $7,500 Temporary Housing for 90 days Additional Pay: Shift Differential, Annual Increases, Paid Time Off Benefits: medical, vision, dental, 401(k) with employer match Education Benefits: FHP Tuition Assistance, Student Loan Forgiveness Other Benefits: Onsite gym, wellness programs, discount programs Shift Available: 1 Full‑time, 36 hours per week, 3×12 hour day shifts 7:00‑7:30 pm Holidays and rotating weekend coverage required Shift Differentials Standard: $2.00/hr Weekend: $2.50/hr Evening: $6.00/hr Night: $6.00/hr About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non‑profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission‑accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska’s interior. It has a strong patient‑to‑nurse ratio and a culture of shared leadership. The location offers incredible lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small‑town living, spectacular natural beauty, and endless recreation combine to create a one‑of‑a‑kind place to live, work, and play. Living in Fairbanks As the second largest city in Alaska, Fairbanks offers a unique blend of large‑town amenities, breathtaking landscapes, and plenty of wide‑open space, making this community one of the most special in the country. With a rich history and plentiful diversity, Fairbanks is proud to be called the Golden Heart City. No state income tax and no sales tax Second largest city in Alaska at 100,000 residents College town – the University of Alaska Fairbanks, UAF Community & Technical College Military community – Ft. Wainwright Army Post & Eielson Air Force Base 15 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, 4 high schools, 10 district “Schools of Choice,” and robust youth sports programs Summer Activities Midnight sun Hiking Fishing Camping Gold panning Kayaking Berry picking Rafting Rock climbing Recreational flying Community‑wide festivals Live music and events Winter Activities Northern lights Hockey Snow skiing Snowshoeing Snowmobiling Ice fishing Dog mushing Ice climbing Hunting Ice art Hot springs Community‑wide art shows and festivals Responsibilities Performs all basic modalities of respiratory care as prescribed by physicians and/or licensed independent practitioners in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures. Applies and manages mechanical ventilators in collaboration with physicians and/or licensed independent practitioners, recommending adjustments to improve clinical condition, patient comfort, and to expedite the weaning process. Assembles, disassembles, operates, maintains, troubleshoots, cleans and performs adjustments in the applications of durable medical equipment and circuitry used in the delivery of respiratory care as prescribed in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures. Performs pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing as prescribed in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures. Performs patient assessments and evaluates patient response to care provided, making recommendations to physicians regarding the plan of care, appropriate use of respiratory therapy and modification of therapy as clinical condition changes. Documents therapy provided in an accurate and complete manner in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures. Communicates and collaborates with resource staff in formulating care plans, recommendations for change in therapy and identification / resolution of problems and when confronted with unfamiliar situations, procedures and techniques. Monitors daily workflow of departmental processes, and works assigned shifts in areas of oversight. Maintains skills to perform all functions in area of oversight. Acts as a subject matter expert and resource for departmental staff. Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day. Qualifications Associate or technical degree Proof of having passed the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a registered respiratory therapist (RRT) or registered pulmonary function technologist. Current license in the state practiced as required by state law. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required. In a home‑care setting, must possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy. Knowledgeable of clinical techniques, applications and equipment as typically obtained through 1 year of clinical experience. Highly effective human relation skills necessary to interface with patients, families, staff and other healthcare personnel. Foundation Registry and Travel positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as an RRT in the specialty area. Preferred Qualifications Additional related education and/or experience preferred. EEO Statement Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer; qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr