Registered Respiratory Therapist-PRN

IU Health • Indianapolis, IN

6h • Onsite

About The Position

This position exists to be responsible and accountable for the administration of comprehensive respiratory care services and for appropriate documentation in the medical record of the therapy provided. The incumbent advises medical staff on appropriate types of therapeutic modalities.

Requirements

• Current license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner from the state of Indiana.
• Graduation from a CoARC (Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) and regionally accredited respiratory care program.
• Pass the N.B.R.C. (National Board for Respiratory Care) registry exam within 6 months of hire date (this requirement is void if hire date is one year past graduation date).
• Healthcare Provider Certification.
• Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to deal with confidential patient information.
• Basic computer skills and ability to work with EMR.

Nice To Haves

• ACLS certification
• PALS certification
• NRP certification

Responsibilities

• Administer comprehensive respiratory care services.
• Document therapy provided in the medical record.
• Advise medical staff on appropriate types of therapeutic modalities.

Benefits

• Access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways.
• Advanced clinical training.
• Leadership development.
• Promotion opportunities.
• Cross training development.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree