Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT) - Full Time/Days

Kingman Regional Medical Center•Kingman, AZ

11d•Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring a Respiratory Care Practitioner III (RRT), Full Time/Days to join our Respiratory Therapy Team! Located in northwest Arizona, Kingman has a mild climate with stunning Arizona sunsets! In the shadows of beautiful mountain ranges and nearby lakes, Kingman is an outdoor enthusiasts' paradise with abundant sunshine and is a great community to live, work and play! All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI’s vision of providing the region’s best clinical care and patient service through an environment that fosters respect for others and pride in performance. Exhibits and promotes a positive, professional work environment. Demonstrates professional work ethic, positive support for department /organization, maintains a positive and respectful rapport with all members of department/organization, as well as for all customers.

Requirements

Graduate of a Respiratory Therapy program
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in state of Arizona
BLS through American Heart Association
ACLS through American Heart Association – within 6 months of hire or signature of new job description (then continuously maintained).
PALS through American Heart Association – within 6 months of hire or signature of new job description (then continuously maintained).

Nice To Haves

Completion of COPD Educator Course
Adult Asthma Educator Specialist (AE-C) Certification
Bachelor’s degree
Experience in pulmonary rehab and/or pulmonary function testing
NRP
S.T.A.B.L.E
Advanced Certifications of: ACCS, NPS, AE-C
Two years Respiratory experience with at least one year in adult/pediatric critical care

Responsibilities

Respiratory Therapists provide care under physician order and/or direction in compliance with established patient guidelines.
Must possess a level of clinical expertise, including but not limited to, an understanding of the adult/pediatric patient’s condition, determine appropriate care, deliver emergency care as needed, and verbalize the indication and rationale for therapy with the attending physician.
Must possess the skills to communicate effectively and professionally with patients, family members/visitors, interdisciplinary personnel, and with Respiratory teammates.
Must have the ability to interpret blood gases and manipulate invasive and non-invasive vent parameters to attain therapeutic goals per physician orders.
Must be able to manage time to complete patient workload according to the physician-prescribed schedule.
Must be able to document thoroughly regarding all patient assessment, therapy, and charges in the patient records.
Must be able to perform pulmonary initial evaluation/assessment and have the knowledge necessary to provide in depth evaluation of patients with chronic lung conditions.
Must be able to evaluate patients’ needs on both their inpatient stay and existing needs for upon discharge.
Must attend and participate in at least 80% of team staff meetings.
Demonstrates proper use and knowledge of supplies and equipment in providing patient care:
In depth patient evaluation and interdisciplinary communication
Medical Gas and Humidity Therapy
Patient Assessment and Monitoring
Mechanical Ventilation (Invasive and Non-Invasive)
Pharmacology
Diagnostic Testing
Airway Management
Blood Gas Analysis
EKG
Bedside Pulmonary Function Testing
Disease Management Education

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision
Employer Paid HSA for HDHP participants
Robust Wellness and Employee Assistance Program
Employer Paid Group Life, Short & Long-Term Disability
Generous Paid Leave Accruals
403b Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
Employee Recognition Programs
Employee Discounts
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Employee Identity Theft Protection
On-site daycare exclusive to our employees’ children of all ages
Employer Paid Employee Wellness Center Membership with fitness classes, personal training, indoor pool, racquetball, and basketball courts
Tuition Reimbursement/Scholarships for full-time employees
Public Service Loan Forgiveness program eligibility