Respiratory Therapist Part Time Nights

About the role

Rewarding career. Competitive salary. Outstanding benefits.

Standard Expectations

• Promotes a Positive Working Environment
• Conducts oneself in line with organization's mission, values and standards of behavior.
• Accepts change and challenges with a positive attitude.
• Consistently adheres to organizational policy.
• Communicates Effectively
• Builds relationships and works collaboratively with other staff.
• Provides timely operational updates to supervisor.
• Responds to communications in a timely manner.
• Performs Duties Efficiently and Effectively
• Follows procedures.
• Acts in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Duties & Responsibilities

Direct Patient Care

• Develops the Respiratory Care Plan by working with the patient/family and interdisciplinary team.
• Individualizes Respiratory interventions to achieve desired outcomes based on orders, protocols, standards, and medical diagnosis. Seeks Physician consultation when unable to achieve the desired results from prescribed treatments/modalities.
• Implements and coordinates the prescribed Respiratory Care Plan.
• Administers prescribed Respiratory medications and therapeutics in a manner consistent with knowledge of purpose, side effects, contraindications, and established guidelines.
• Accurately uses and applies Respiratory equipment and supplies.
• Manages clinical emergencies effectively by obtaining an effective airway and instituting CPR as required.
• Uses age related concepts, body size, and preexisting conditions in implementing Respiratory care and therapeutics as demonstrated by adjusting medications, responding to ABG results, and equipment selection.
• Performs ongoing evaluation of patient's Respiratory condition and responses to the Respiratory Plan of Care.

Patient Documentation

• Documents desired outcomes/interventions for each respiratory problem listed on the Plan of Care.
• Documents prescribed Respiratory medications/therapeutics and patient responses.
• Assures all Respiratory modality/therapy orders are documented, accurate, and complete in the EMR.

Patient Education

• Utilizes all practical opportunities to educate the patient and their families.
• Involves patient's families and significant others as an essential piece of patient centered care.
• Assesses patient's understanding of and compliance with instructions and health care teaching.

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of a two-year or four-year AMA accredited school of Respiratory Therapy.
• WA DOH Respiratory Care Practitioner License.
• American Heart Association BLS certification at the time of application and maintained while employed.
• ACLS, PALS and NRP within 60 days of hire and maintained while employed.
• Minimum of two years of experience in hospital setting.

Preferred

• Registry eligible or Registered Respiratory Therapist.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• This position is primarily worked in a clinical environment.
• The position will require the ability to lift, and carry, up to 50 pounds and push or pull over 50 pounds.
• The position will require bending, twisting, squatting, reaching, reaching overhead, sitting and standing frequently.
• Occasionally the position requires climbing, kneeling and crawling.
• The position requires continuous finger dexterity and fine manipulation.
• All basic life functions such as hearing, seeing, speaking, standing and walking are required.

If you are looking for a rewarding career with a great team, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Position Details

• Hours per week: 12
• Employee Status: Part-Time 2
• Shift: Night Shift (United States of America)

Pay Range

$33.00 - $55.50

Actual pay offered will vary based on years of experience.

Employee Benefits

• Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement options (403(b) & 457).
• Medical insurance coverage begins on day one and is available to both full time and part time employees.
• Additionally, employees receive discounts on medical services provided by Whitman Hospital and Medical Clinics.
• Differentials apply for evening, night, and weekend shifts.
• Our unique PTO plan enables employees to increase their accrual with each year of service!