Respiratory Therapist

About the role

Sheridan Memorial Hospital is a top 13.6% rated hospital by CMS, known for its skilled, experienced, and caring staff. It offers specialized care from over 100 providers across 25 areas, and is located in a scenic area with modern facilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintains knowledge of various methods of oxygen delivery and necessary equipment.
• Administers respiratory therapy treatments and monitors mechanical ventilators.
• Affords patient care, ensuring safety and reducing medical errors.
• Performs arterial punctures for blood gas analysis and documents findings.
• Documents all relevant data and follows departmental forms and logs.
• Completes EKGs and performs clerical duties related to procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of different treatment modalities for various age groups.
• Ensures compliance with hospital policy and coordinates patient care.
• Treats patients and families with respect and dignity.
• Affords continuous assessment of patient respiratory status and treatment response.
• Utilizes patient-driven protocols and evaluates their effectiveness.

Requirements

• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Current Wyoming State Respiratory Therapist License.
• BLS certification, required.
• ACLS certification, required within 1 year of position start.
• PALS or ENPC certification, required within 1 year of position start.
• NRP certification, required within 1 year of position start.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Experience: Current Wyoming State Respiratory Therapist License.
• Licenses/Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS/ENPC, NRP certifications.
• Skills: Effective communication, strong written and verbal skills, basic computer knowledge, ability to use respiratory therapy equipment.

Additional Skills

• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Additional languages preferred.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to use various respiratory therapy equipment.