Registered Respiratory Therapist
About The Position
Prime Healthcare is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), also referred to internally as an RRT or as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP II). The role performs respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as directed by the medical and cardiopulmonary directors and based on physician orders. The therapist assesses, plans, implements, and documents care while considering each patient’s age and population-specific needs. In the absence of a supervisor, the therapist may be designated Lead RCP and oversee the department during the shift. This is a part-time position at Providence Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas, with day shifts of 12 hours, from 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM. Certified Respiratory Therapists (CRT), Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT), and Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP) are encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
- Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC), or obtain it within three months of hire.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current certification.
- Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification from the AHA or ARC upon hire and maintain current certification.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from the AHA upon hire and maintain current certification, or obtain it within 60 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate.
- Associate degree or Bachelor of Science degree.
- Two years of acute care experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications to help patients breathe more easily.
- Conduct pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis to assess lung capacity and gas exchange.
- Set up, monitor, and adjust ventilators and other life-supporting equipment for patients unable to breathe independently.
- Participate in rapid response emergencies as needed, including airway management, intubations, and resuscitation.
- Assess patients’ respiratory status, monitor progress, and adjust treatment plans as needed.
- Clean, sterilize, and maintain respiratory equipment to prevent infection and support patient safety.
- In the absence of a supervisor, may oversee the department during the shift as the designated Lead RCP.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
- Bereavement leave, FMLA, and other leave options.
- Employer 401K options.
- Tuition reimbursement options.
- Life, disability, and other insurance options.
- Many other benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
