Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

About the role

As a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Responsibilities

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of oxygen delivery methods and equipment; monitor for and address potential side effects.
• Administer ordered respiratory therapy treatments; understand indications, dosing parameters, and possible adverse effects.
• Set up and monitor mechanical ventilators; perform associated critical-care duties such as airway management and tracheal suctioning.
• Assess pain that interferes with function or rehabilitation participation and notify the physician for appropriate intervention.
• Perform arterial punctures to obtain ABG samples; recognize potential complications and contraindications.
• Perform EKGs, document/report results per department procedure, route to requesting providers, and file reports appropriately.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an AMA-Approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Current state Respiratory Therapist license.
• Three (3)+ years of cardiopulmonary/respiratory care experience highly preferred.
• Current CPR certification (BLS required; ACLS per unit requirements or preferred).

Skills

• Mechanical ventilation and airway management
• Oxygen/therapeutic modalities
• ABG sampling and analysis
• EKG Acquisition and workflow
• Pain assessment/communication
• EMR Documentation
• Teamwork and time management

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage and tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.