Registered Respiratory Therapist
About The Position
The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), also referred to as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP II), performs respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as directed by the medical and cardiopulmonary directors and based on physician orders. The role assesses, plans, implements, and documents patient care while considering the needs of different ages and populations. In the absence of a supervisor, the RRT may be designated as Lead RCP and oversee the department during the shift. This is a full-time, day-shift position at St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. Shifts are 12 hours, from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
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 situations, including airway management, intubation, and resuscitation in critical situations.
- Assess patients’ respiratory status, monitor their progress, and adjust treatment plans as needed.
- Clean, sterilize, and maintain respiratory equipment to help prevent infections and ensure patient safety.
- In the absence of a supervisor, potentially serve as Lead RCP and oversee the department during the shift.
- Assess, plan, implement, and document patient care based on patient age and population needs.
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.
- Other benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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