Respiratory Therapist

Trinity Health • Mishawaka, IN

63d • Onsite

About The Position

Saint Joseph Health System is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join a dynamic team in a supportive environment that values respiratory care. Our therapists play a crucial role in patient care, from intubation to ground NICU maternal transport, and are at the forefront of critical care. With Respiratory-driven protocols, you will have the opportunity to showcase your expertise and make a real difference in patient outcomes. Respiratory Therapists are highly respected members of the patient care team, fostering a sense of community and collaboration within the department. The organization is also proud to be student-friendly, offering opportunities for learning and development to the next generation of Respiratory Care Practitioners.

Requirements

• Graduate of an AMA accredited program
• Current licensure as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of Indiana
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) through the National Board of respiratory Care (NBRC)

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Critical Care, NICU, Open Heart Recovery, and Bronchoscopy preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides respiratory therapy designed to stabilize, prevent or remedy patient respiratory problems.
• Arranges and operates a variety of oxygen and other therapeutic gas and aerosolized, meter dosed, or powdered medications to patients.
• Operates various mechanical devices that aid in the recovery of patients.
• Cleans and checks equipment regularly for proper functioning and records data obtained during therapy in patient records.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement for all full and part-time colleagues effective first day of employment
• 100% paid tuition for ASN to BSN program (paid directly to learning partner)
• Benefits day one (Including: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life, STD/LTD, etc.)
• Retirement savings account with employer match
• Generous paid time off program + 7 paid holidays
• Colleague well-being resources
• No mandatory overtime
• Employee referral incentive program
• State of the art equipment, unlimited CEU’s and supportive team approach

What This Job Offers

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