Registered Respiratory Therapist

Indiana University Health System • Indianapolis, IN

19d • Onsite

About The Position

Indiana University Health is seeking 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 in the hospital setting to support patient care and customer satisfaction. The position is at Riley Hospital for Children in downtown Indianapolis and is a special weekend option, 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m., with a night-shift pay differential. The role includes bedside rounds and patient advocacy. Eligible external candidates may receive a $30,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance of up to $10,000, depending on location. IU Health offers opportunities for continued advancement and professional development, including continued education, certification opportunities, and tuition reimbursement for staff who qualify for benefits.

Requirements

• Current Indiana license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Graduation from a CoARC-accredited and regionally accredited respiratory care program.
• Pass the National Board for Respiratory Care registry exam within six months of hire; this six-month requirement 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 electronic medical record (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.
• Participate in bedside rounds and act as a patient advocate.
• Collaborate with nurses, Advanced Respiratory Therapists, and Clinical Specialists in the hospital setting to support patient care and customer satisfaction.
• Work with patients and team members to develop personalized therapies.

Benefits

• $30,000 sign-on bonus for eligible external candidates.
• Relocation bonus of up to $10,000 for eligible external candidates, based on location.
• Night-shift pay differential.
• Continued education and certification opportunities for staff who qualify for benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement for staff who qualify for benefits.
• Opportunities for continued advancement and professional development.

What This Job Offers

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