Part Time Respiratory Therapist - Ambulatory

Children's Mercy KC • Joplin, MO

7d • $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy! Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years. Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital. Overview Under the direction of the Manager, Ambulatory Pulmonary Diagnostics and Respiratory Services, the Ambulatory RT is able to assist with the technical and clinical matters pertaining to ambulatory respiratory care and to the pulmonary lab. This includes performing all inpatient and outpatient pulmonary diagnostic testing throughout the Children's Mercy Hospital system; performing respiratory evaluation, treatment and education in an ambulatory setting; assisting in the development of continuous quality improvement standards; communicating professionally with providers regarding patient care; communicating professionally with patients and their families to ensure that they have a positive hospital experience. At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity. Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree In Respiratory Therapy or related field or 3-5 years experience In pulmonary function setting.
• or Associate's Degree In Respiratory Therapy and 3-5 years experience 3 years prior work experience in the same job may be accepted in lieu of a Bachelor's degree
• Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist MO
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist KS
• CPFT/RPFT (Certified/Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist)

Nice To Haves

• -1 Year

Responsibilities

• Provide a high level of expertise in respiratory care equipment and procedures to support the Pulmonology, Asthma/Allergy and Primary Care services.
• Perform pulmonary function tests.
• Participates in essential clinic related activities.
• Participate in research activities.

Benefits

• The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families. Learn more about Children’s Mercy benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees