Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
About The Position
A licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for the performance of diagnostic testing and the administration of prescribed respiratory therapy procedures and medications and related life support measures to patients with deficiencies, abnormalities, and diseases of the cardiopulmonary system. The Respiratory Care Practitioner assesses patient condition, reviews medical history, and documents patient progress and response to treatment according to hospital department and accrediting organizations standards. The Respiratory Care Practitioner is aware of and applies research-based current clinical practices for patient care. Contacts physician regarding patient status, to clarify orders, makes recommendations for therapy, and recognizes when contraindications are present. The Respiratory Care Practitioner, in collaboration with other licensed caregivers, helps to maintain the interdisciplinary plan of care based on patient and family response. Carondelet St. Raphael's Emergency Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients. Carondelet St. Raphaels Emergency Center offers a new approach to healthcare in southeast Tucson, serving the needs of the growing community with emphasis on quality, convenience and efficiency. A full-service emergency center, Carondelet St. Raphaels treats everything from broken bones to cardiac and stroke emergencies and life-threatening injuries with compassionate care delivered by experienced doctors and triage nurses. We offer services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Join our team!
Requirements
- Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner
Responsibilities
- Performance of diagnostic testing
- Administration of prescribed respiratory therapy procedures and medications
- Administration of related life support measures to patients with deficiencies, abnormalities, and diseases of the cardiopulmonary system
- Assess patient condition
- Review medical history
- Document patient progress and response to treatment according to hospital department and accrediting organizations standards
- Apply research-based current clinical practices for patient care
- Contact physician regarding patient status, to clarify orders, make recommendations for therapy, and recognize when contraindications are present
- Collaborate with other licensed caregivers to maintain the interdisciplinary plan of care based on patient and family response
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
