Senior Respiratory Care Practitioner

Providence • Portland, OR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Respiratory Therapist is expected to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of contemporary Respiratory Therapy principles. The Senior Respiratory Therapist should be a solid performer who is fully competent in all aspects of his/her job description. The Senior Respiratory Therapist possesses all of the core skills of an associate level Respiratory Therapist. He/she is expected to perform most job duties independently and in accordance with established departmental and hospital policies and procedures. He/she will collaborate with physicians and nurses in planning and implementing the patient plan of care. Completion of the department orientation program as well as unit-specific orientation is mandatory. This individual assists the physician with the delivery and direction of respiratory therapy. They may be qualified by training and experience to operate and maintain complex ventilatory support systems, monitoring and resuscitation devices, respiratory care procedures and patient assessments, diagnostic procedures and oxygen therapy. Activities may also include other patient care functions for which he or she is qualified. The Senior Respiratory Therapist is required to have birthplace, emergency medicine and ICU competency and may be routinely assigned to work in these units. They may have obtained additional national board certification(s) and may be responsible for training students and new hires. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Portland Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy or equivalent education/experience.
• Upon hire: Oregon Respiratory Care Practitioner License.
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association.
• Upon hire: National Provider ACLS - American Heart Association.
• Within 90 days of hire: National Provider PALS - American Heart Association.
• Within 90 days of hire: National Provider NRP - American Academy of Pediatrics.
• Within 6 months (180 days) of hire: AARC preceptor certification.
• 3 years Respiratory Therapist experience in acute care setting.
• 1 year experience in Birth Center/Labor and Delivery.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in AMA accredited school of Respiratory Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Assists the physician with the delivery and direction of respiratory therapy.
• Operate and maintain complex ventilatory support systems, monitoring and resuscitation devices, respiratory care procedures and patient assessments, diagnostic procedures and oxygen therapy.
• Perform other patient care functions for which he or she is qualified.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses in planning and implementing the patient plan of care.
• Training students and new hires.

Benefits

• Free, convenient, and ample parking
• TriMet annual pass (Hop Fastpass) for benefit eligible staff who work within the Portland Service Area
• Medical Plan Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement/Education – includes 100% tuition paid program options; up to $5,250 per year for select undergraduate and master's degrees within Guild catalog. Required books and fees are 100% covered or reimbursable for select schools in the Guild catalog up to program funding cap
• Paid Time Off – Benefit eligible caregivers receive up to 25 days per year
• Retirement - The Providence retirement program consists of employer match and discretionary contributions that work together with your pre-tax (and/orRoth aftertax) contributions to help you save for retirement.
• Lyra Caregiver Assistance Program - Up to 25 counseling or coaching sessions per eligible member per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree