Registered Respiratory Therapist/ RRT
Lovelace Health System•Albuquerque, NM
•Onsite
About The Position
Join our team as a night shift, full-time Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Albuquerque, NM. Lovelace Medical Center (LMC), in the heart of Albuquerque, is an acute care hospital providing comprehensive care, including around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services, non-invasive robotic spine surgery, stroke care, radiology, and oncology services. LMC recently acquired New Mexico’s first Intuitive da Vinci 5 ® surgical system, demonstrating its commitment to the most advanced technology available in minimally invasive surgery. LMC has 263 licensed beds.
Requirements
- Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Program.
- Related experience may be substituted for related education.
- Current NM Respiratory Care License.
- BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- One (1) year of related experience.
- AARC Membership.
- National Specialty Certification.
- PALS, NRP, or ACLS may be required by the facility/department.
Responsibilities
- Coordinates the safe delivery of appropriate and effective respiratory treatment to critical and non-critical patients in accordance with current standards of practice, physicians’ orders, staffing levels, and organizational policies.
- Adheres to policy, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.
Benefits
- career growth opportunities
- tuition assistance
- paid time off
- comprehensive health benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
