Certified Respiratory Therapist

HCA Healthcare • Overland Park, KS

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About The Position

Do you have the career opportunities as a Certified Respiratory Therapist you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Overland Park Regional Medical Center which is part of the nations leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Respiratory Therapy is best described as the assessment and treatment of patients with both acute and chronic dysfunction of the cardiopulmonary system. Today's Respiratory Therapists have demanding responsibilities related to patient care and serve as vital members of the healthcare team. You must have a broad knowledge of the pathophysiology of the cardiopulmonary system and the complex procedures required to properly diagnose and treat patients, from the very young to the very old. Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a Certified Respiratory Therapist where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Requirements

• Associates or Bachelors in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program
• Current Respiratory Therapist license from the State Board for Respiratory Care
• NBRC CRT certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• NRP within 6 months of hire
• One year of recent clinical experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures ordered by a physician
• Administer medical gas and aerosol therapy
• Obtain and analyze blood specimens
• Perform patient testing
• Operate and maintain various types of respiratory and cardiopulmonary equipment
• Provide mechanical ventilation and maintain artificial airways
• Assist with cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• Provide patient education
• Monitor equipment and patient response to therapy
• Complete documentation of in-patient and departmental records
• Clean equipment and maintain safety and infection control practices

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage with low copay options
• Dental and vision benefits
• Life and disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Supplemental health protection plans
• Auto and home insurance
• Identity theft protection
• Legal counseling
• Long-term care coverage
• Moving assistance
• Pet insurance
• Free counseling services
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care
• Consumer discounts
• Education assistance
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program
• Employee Health Assistance Fund

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree