Registered Respiratory Therapist

IU Health • Avon, IN

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Indiana University Health is hiring a Registered Respiratory Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with cardiopulmonary disorders across a range of modalities and demographics. Respiratory Therapists work closely with patients and collaborate with nurses, Advanced Respiratory Therapists, and Clinical Specialists to support patient care and customer service. The role includes participating in bedside rounds and acting as a patient advocate. This position is based at West Hospital and is scheduled for day shift, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., with a weekend requirement of every fourth weekend.

The role offers opportunities to build medical knowledge and skills by working with patients and team members to develop personalized therapies. IU Health also describes opportunities for career advancement and a promotional ladder for its Respiratory Therapy teams. Staff who qualify for benefits may access career and professional development, continued education and certification opportunities, and tuition reimbursement.

Requirements

• Current Indiana state license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Graduation from a CoARC-accredited and regionally accredited respiratory care program.
• Pass the N.B.R.C. registry exam within six months of hire; this deadline is void if the hire date is one year past the graduation date.
• Healthcare Provider Certification; other advanced life support certifications may be required depending on unit or department specialty and patient care policies.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential patient information.
• Basic computer skills and ability to work with an EMR.

Nice To Haves

• ACLS, PALS, and/or NRP certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with cardiopulmonary disorders across a range of modalities and demographics.
• Collaborate with nurses, Advanced Respiratory Therapists, and Clinical Specialists in the hospital setting.
• Participate in bedside rounds.
• Act as a patient advocate.
• Work with patients and team members to build personalized therapies.

Benefits

• $30,000 sign-on bonus for eligible external candidates.
• Continued education and certification opportunities for staff who qualify for benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement for staff who qualify for benefits.
• Career and professional development opportunities, including advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities, and cross-training development.

What This Job Offers

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