Respiratory Therapist (RRT) PRN

Lifepoint Health • Fort Mohave, AZ

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Valley View Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a per diem Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join their team. This role is vital in providing exceptional care to patients with breathing-related conditions and contributing to the mission of making communities healthier. The position involves direct patient care, diagnostic testing, patient education, and collaboration with physicians.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in respiratory therapy.
• Current registered respiratory therapist (RRT) license in state of practice.
• BCLS required.

Nice To Haves

• ACLS, PALS, and NRP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Examine and treat patients with breathing-related conditions, perform diagnostic testing, and collaborate with physicians to develop and implement treatment.
• Provide patient education on therapies and medication use.
• Perform physiotherapy and related treatments.
• Measure lung capacity and analyze blood samples using a blood analyzer; may perform bedsides PFTs, EKGs, and tobacco-cessation education as ordered.
• Deliver ordered respiratory therapies; monitor, record, and communicate patient condition and response to treatment.
• Respond to codes and emergent calls; assesses patient condition and provides appropriate interventions.
• Evaluate and contribute to respiratory care policies and procedures based on outcomes, research, and best practices.
• Educate patients and families on illness, treatments, device use, and community resources.
• Monitor, receive, stock, and distribute respiratory supplies and medical gas cylinders; maintain storage areas and equipment readiness.
• Disassemble, clean, sterilize, perform preventive maintenance and calibrate respiratory equipment.
• Perform all responsibilities as needed to fulfill required service levels.
• Participate in performance improvement and required education.

Benefits

• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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