Registered Respiratory Therapist

Indiana University Health System•Roanoke, IN

61d•Onsite

About The Position

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. People who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People motivated to do their best every day. People who are always ready to apply themselves. As one of Indiana's largest employers, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation, and education, and make Indiana one of the nation's healthiest states. Are you interested in utilizing your Respiratory Therapy license in a way that can benefit the lives of your patients, your community, and those you work with? Then working as Registered Respiratory Therapist at IU Health is the perfect opportunity! Preview a day in the life of a Respiratory Therapist at IU Health. About This Position: Night Shift, 5:30pm-6:00am, 3 -12's Night Shift Pay Differential included Sign On Bonus of $30,000 to Eligible External Candidates Relocation Bonus of up to $10,000 available to Eligible External Candidates based on their location Weekend Requirement of Every 4th Weekend Participate in bedside rounds & be a patient advocate Referral Eligible Position Location: Fort Wayne Hospital Our Respiratory Therapists (RT) work closely with our patients to evaluate and treat patients with cardiopulmonary disorders ranging in modalities and demographics. We are also responsible for collaborating with various different entities in the hospital setting including nurses, Advanced Respiratory Therapists, and Clinical Specialists to ensure total customer happiness and support. Outside of working with groundbreaking technologies and therapies, our RTs get the opportunity to grow their medical knowledge and skills. They do this by working closely with patients and team members to build personalized therapies. Along with endless opportunities for continued advancement, our Respiratory teams also have a phenomenal promotional ladder within IU Health to continue their professional advancement. IU Health also offers different opportunities for career and professional development for our staff that qualify for benefits. This includes continued education and certification opportunities and tuition reimbursement. #LI-S1

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.
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

Evaluate and treat patients with cardiopulmonary disorders ranging in modalities and demographics.
Collaborate with nurses, Advanced Respiratory Therapists, and Clinical Specialists to ensure total customer happiness and support.
Participate in bedside rounds.
Act as a patient advocate.