Registered Respiratory Therapist

Ascension • Manhattan, KS

29d • Onsite

About The Position

Perform evaluations and provide high-level care for patients with complex respiratory insufficiencies. Analyze patient needs to determine treatment types and frequencies. Implement and monitor respiratory equipment and advanced care modalities. Educate patients and families on conditions, community resources, and long-term support programs.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts required.
• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations and provide high-level care for patients with complex respiratory insufficiencies.
• Analyze patient needs to determine treatment types and frequencies.
• Implement and monitor respiratory equipment and advanced care modalities.
• Educate patients and families on conditions, community resources, and long-term support programs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

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