Respiratory Therapist -PRN

Northern Cochise Community Hospital • Willcox, AZ

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About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist (PRN) provides cardiopulmonary care services in a team- and mission-based setting, supporting patients and assisting physicians and other providers with the diagnosis, management, treatment, and prevention of disease in accordance with provider orders and department policies and procedures. The therapist communicates with patients, clients, and hospital staff to support high-quality customer service and builds and maintains positive working relationships with patients, providers, case managers, referral representatives, supervisors, program managers, service providers, and vendors. The role participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities and may work at other hospital district sites as needed. Other duties may be assigned to support the organization’s vision, mission, and values.

The position works under the direct supervision of the Cardio/Pulmonary Manager or designated administrator, with progressive autonomy based on satisfactory performance. It is safety-sensitive and subject to on-call and callback responsibilities after hours, on weekends, and during emergencies. The organization is a drug-free workplace and has vaccination requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Current, unrestricted Arizona Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Current national certification as an RRT or CRT.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications from the American Heart Association.
• Skill in ABG collection, respiratory therapy procedures, quality control, equipment calibration, and preventative maintenance.
• Ability to maintain professional and technological knowledge through continuing education, professional publications, and participation in affiliated societies.
• Basic computer skills, which may include Microsoft Office and other programs.
• Knowledge of HIPAA privacy requirements and medical terminology.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships through communication, cooperation, and positive interactions.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule when circumstances necessitate.
• Ability to self-motivate and work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong customer service skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interact successfully with customers and demonstrate courteous, cooperative, service-oriented behavior.
• Support and maintain a culture of safety, quality, and positive patient experience.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of work experience providing respiratory therapy care in hospitals.
• NRP certification.
• STABLE certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide cardiopulmonary care services in accordance with provider orders and department policies and procedures.
• Assist physicians and providers in the diagnosis, management, treatment, and prevention of disease.
• Communicate with patients, clients, and staff to support high-quality customer service.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with patients, clients, providers, case managers, referral representatives, supervisors, program managers, service providers, and vendors.
• Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Work at other hospital district sites as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed to support the organization’s vision, mission, and values.
• Respond to on-call and callback needs after hours, on weekends, and during emergency conditions.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree