Respiratory Therapist (CRT) PRN

Lifepoint Health • Fort Mohave, AZ

41d • Onsite

About The Position

Valley View Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a per diem/PRN Respiratory Therapist (CRT) to join their team. This role is vital in providing exceptional care to patients with breathing-related conditions. The hospital is a 100-bed acute care facility serving Fort Mojave, AZ, and surrounding communities for over 20 years. Lifepoint Health is committed to prioritizing employee well-being and making communities healthier.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in respiratory therapist.
• Current CRT or RRT license in state of practice.
• BCLS required.

Nice To Haves

• ACLS, PALS, NRP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients with breathing-related conditions and conduct diagnostic testing.
• Consult with physicians to develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient.
• Perform physiotherapy and other treatments and teach patients to use medication.
• Measure lung capacity and analyze blood samples using blood gas analyzer.
• Perform bedside PFTs, EKGs, and tobacco cessation education as ordered.
• Deliver and evaluate patient response to therapy per plan of care.
• Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition appropriately.
• Respond to codes and emergent calls for respiratory assistance.
• Provide rapid assessment and appropriate intervention.
• Educate patients and families about illness management and community resources.
• Evaluate respiratory care policies and procedures based on outcomes, research, and best practices.
• Stock and distribute respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.
• Maintain storage areas with required levels and equipment.
• Clean, sterilize, maintain, and calibrate equipment.
• Participate in performance improvement and continuing education.
• Provide quality patient care.

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, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Paid family leave.
• Paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and 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: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree