Respiratory Therapist – $10,000 Sign-On BONUS*

About the role

The Respiratory Therapist (RT) at AMG Specialty Hospital – Central Indiana Muncie Campus is responsible for performing technical work in administering therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory care and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies and abnormalities. Key responsibilities include operating and monitoring respiratory equipment, administering medical gases, humidification, aerosols, and respiratory medications, maintaining clearance of patients' airways, obtaining blood samples, and interpreting blood gas data. Additionally, the RT provides primary assistance in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor respiratory equipment such as ventilators, medical gas delivery apparatus, incentive breathing/hyperinflation devices, environmental control systems, and aerosol devices.
• Administer medical gases, humidification, aerosols, and respiratory medications.
• Maintain clearance of patients' natural and artificial airways.
• Obtain blood samples and interpret blood gas data.
• Provide primary assistance in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Requirements

• Completion of an approved respiratory care program.
• Active Indiana Respiratory Therapist License.
• Current BLS certification.
• Current ACLS certification.
• Minimum of one to three years of related work experience.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates should possess strong communication skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proficiency in computer software applications is also required.

Skills

Strong knowledge of respiratory therapy principles and practices, including the ability to perform advanced life support techniques. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.

Benefits

AMG offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Additionally, there is a $10,000 sign-on bonus available for full-time RTs on all shifts, and tuition reimbursement is also offered as part of an Employment Assistance Agreement with a 2-year minimum commitment.

Pay

Competitive pay rates are offered in the Muncie market, along with the opportunity to work for an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Schedule

Shift differentials are paid for night and weekend shifts.