Respiratory Therapist (.9 FTE/Nights)
About The Position
The Registered Respiratory Therapist oversees the diagnosis, treatment, and care management of patients with pulmonary disorders. This position uses a variety of testing techniques to assist doctors in diagnosing disorders, and determines requirements for treatment, such as type, method and duration of therapy, precautions to be taken, or medication and dosages, compatible with physicians' orders. With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for their patients and the communities they serve.
Requirements
- Associate's Degree
- High School Diploma/GED
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
- Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association
Responsibilities
- Participate in patient education.
- Perform patient assessments.
- Evaluate need for diagnostic exam.
- Evaluate and perform modality.
- Participate in team process.
- Evaluate effectiveness of therapy.
- Participate in performance improvement.
Benefits
- comprehensive benefit offerings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
