Respiratory Therapist - $17,500 Bonus
About The Position
The Respiratory Therapist provides cardiopulmonary diagnostic and respiratory therapeutic services to hospital patients and outpatients who need diagnostic testing, respiratory treatments, or ventilatory support. The role works under the supervision of the Respiratory Medical Director and assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates respiratory care interventions based on patient needs and physician orders. The position is full-time at 0.90 FTE and works night shifts in Clovis, New Mexico. The therapist administers respiratory therapies, medications, oxygen therapy, and airway management treatments; monitors and troubleshoots ventilators, artificial airways, and other life-support equipment; and performs cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures such as pulmonary function testing, arterial blood gas collection, and EKGs as applicable. The therapist works with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams, educates patients and families, documents care in the medical record, and follows regulatory, safety, infection-prevention, and departmental standards. Candidates may qualify through either the Registered Respiratory Therapist Technician or Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician pathway. New graduates are encouraged to apply. Candidates hired for the position must obtain ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications within 90 days of hire.
Requirements
- For the Registered Respiratory Therapist Technician qualification pathway: associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy.
- For the Registered Respiratory Therapist Technician qualification pathway: current New Mexico Respiratory Care Board licensure as a Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (LRCP).
- For the Registered Respiratory Therapist Technician qualification pathway: current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- For the Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician qualification pathway: completion of an accredited trade or vocational Respiratory Care program.
- For the Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician qualification pathway: current New Mexico Respiratory Care Board licensure as a Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (LRCP).
- For the Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician qualification pathway: current Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT) credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Current American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification is required for either qualification pathway.
- Candidates hired for this position must obtain ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications within 90 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- ACLS certification is preferred.
- One to three years of respiratory care experience is preferred; new graduates are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate respiratory care interventions based on patient needs and physician orders.
- Administer respiratory therapies, medications, oxygen therapy, and airway management treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitor, manage, and troubleshoot ventilators, artificial airways, and other life-support equipment.
- Perform cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures, including pulmonary function testing, arterial blood gas collection, and EKGs as applicable.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams to support patient outcomes and continuity of care.
- Educate patients and families about respiratory conditions, treatment plans, equipment use, and home care instructions.
- Accurately document patient assessments, treatments, responses, and clinical observations in the medical record.
- Maintain compliance with regulatory, safety, infection-prevention, and departmental standards.
Benefits
- Tuition and certification reimbursement
- Scholarship opportunities
- Staff Safety wearable badge for discreetly calling for help when safety is a concern
- Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications, and eligible lead roles
- Malpractice liability insurance
- Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
- Wellness program with free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, and wellness challenges
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
