Certified Respiratory Therapist
About the role
The Respiratory Care Practitioner I (RCP I) works under the direction and authorization of the medical director and cardiopulmonary director/manager. The primary responsibilities include performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician. The position emphasizes assessment, planning, implementation, and documentation of care, considering age and population-specific needs and requirements of the patient.
Responsibilities
- Perform respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician.
- Assess, plan, implement, and document care for patients, considering age and population-specific needs and requirements.
- May be assigned/identified as Lead RCP during shifts, assuming responsibility for the section or department.
Requirements
- Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
- Current Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required.
- Hired before March 2026, are exempt from Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
- Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
- Average of two (2) years of acute care experience required.
Qualifications
- Education: Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
- Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Skills
- Proficiency in respiratory care techniques and procedures.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication and documentation skills.
Benefits
Saint Clare's Health offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Paid time off
- 401K retirement plan
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Tuition reimbursement
- Many voluntary benefit options
Pay
A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $XX.00 to $XX.00. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Schedule
Part Time - Less than 60 nights per month.
Company Information
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.