Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

The Indiana Veterans' Home is located in West Lafayette, Indiana. Originally created to care for veterans of the Civil War, the Indiana Veterans' Home welcomed its first resident in 1896. Located on 250+ acres in West Lafayette, IVH is a full-service care facility offering a complete array of services for residents. The mission of the Indiana Veterans' Home is to honor Indiana's veterans and their spouses by providing the highest level of care in a therapeutic home-like environment, enhancing health and yielding optimal quality of life. To do this and meet the unique needs of these heroes and their families, we deliver compassionate and comprehensive skilled care while integrating arts and cultural programming and preserving the rich history of the Home.

Role Overview

12.5 hour flexible shifts between 6:00 am - 10:00 pm. Salary: The salary for this position traditionally starts at $45,422.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience.

A Day in the Life

Respiratory Assessment & Treatment:

• Collects and measures specimens to determine oxygen levels, carbon dioxide, and other gases to assess respiratory function
• Measures the lung capacity of patients to determine any impaired respiratory functions
• Administers treatment prescribed by a physician for the care of patients with abnormalities associated with breathing
• Assumes responsibility for respiratory care treatments to ensure consistent and effective delivery

Program Support & Quality Assurance:

• Follow general goals and objectives for respiratory program services to align with departmental priorities
• Review and follow quality assurance procedures established for all respiratory program services to maintain standards of care
• Complete compiling and maintaining rehabilitation treatment team records, reports, and statistical data to support documentation and evaluation
• Follow recommendations regarding departmental procedures and policy changes to ensure compliance and continuous improvement

What You'll Need for Success

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Thorough knowledge of respiratory therapy principles, practices, and techniques and their application to individual activities
• Advanced knowledge of causes, symptoms, and nature of various respiratory illnesses and the application of treatment plans
• Thorough knowledge of state and federal laws and accreditation/certification standards that affect the delivery of respiratory services
• Ability to formulate and implement treatment plans and respiratory programs and ensure their effectiveness
• Ability to follow respiratory intervention programs which best meet the patient's needs
• Working knowledge of administrative and personnel management techniques related to the adequate supervision and direction of programs
• Effectively communicate, both orally and in writing
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must have and hold a valid Certified Respiratory Therapist License from Indiana
• Must have a Technical Certificate or an Associate's Degree from an educational program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care or the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity: The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.