Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Lifepoint Health • Fort Mohave, AZ

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Valley View Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join their team for the Night Shift. This role is crucial in providing exceptional care to patients with breathing-related conditions. Lifepoint Health is committed to prioritizing employee well-being to enable the delivery of outstanding patient care. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will be part of a mission to make communities healthier, utilizing your skills and compassion to make a significant difference.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• ACLS preferred.
• PALS preferred.
• 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

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period.
• Tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees.
• Life insurance.
• Accident insurance.
• Critical illness insurance.
• Hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short-term disability.
• Long-term disability.
• Paid family leave.
• Paid time off.
• Higher education tuition assistance.
• Certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental wellness programs.
• Physical wellness programs.
• Financial wellness programs.
• Free gym memberships.
• Virtual care appointments.
• Mental health services.
• Discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level