Respiratory Therapist

Experience Required

None

Minimum Education Required

Associates Degree

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

Summary

Job Description:

Respiratory Therapist II (RRT)

Full Time (36 hours), 1st Shift

Unit Description:The Baptist Health Respiratory Care department helps patients breathe better and live healthier. Our expert team provides personalized care and advanced treatments for many respiratory illnesses such as COPD and asthma. We offer comprehensive pulmonary function testing, advanced ventilator management, asthma and COPD education, 24/7 emergency respiratory care, and are members of the Neonatal Response Team. Our dedicated professionals deliver high-quality, compassionate care using state-of-the-art treatment plans.

JobSummary:Responsible to perform daily Respiratory Care procedures as assigned, which include but are not limitedto medication administration via aerosol therapy, oxygen therapy, percussion and postural drainage, noninvasive ventilation, mechanical ventilation, CPR, bedside pulmonary function screening, and arterial bloodgases. Able to perform in all emergency situations and provide intubation, if applicable.

Key Responsibilities:

Ventilation and Non-Invasive Ventilation Management

Manages and assesses patients on mechanical and non-invasive ventilation.

Educates patient and family on issues pertinent to their care on the ventilator.

Follows through on pertinent protocols.

Manages ventilators for neonatal/pediatrics and adults according to protocol pertinent for each age group.

Patient care procedures and medication administration

Assesses the appropriateness of therapy and makes recommendations.

Performs, assesses, and instructs the effective administration of oxygen, aerosol medications,

humidification, suctioning, and chest physiotherapy.

Takes and records verbal orders for respiratory care procedures.

Arterial Blood Gases

Obtains, processes, and reports results without direct supervision.

Essential Job Functions:

Adheres to all departmental policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Serves as a knowledgeable resource for nursing staff, physicians, students, and new respiratory staff.

Participates in quality improvement initiatives by evaluating performance and recommending enhancements.

Responds promptly to all respiratory care requests and emergency pages.

Supports staff development through education and training programs.

Maintains compliance with safety standards and can identify job-specific hazards and patient safety responsibilities.

Provides exceptional customer service by addressing needs promptly, managing difficult situations professionally, and seeking feedback to enhance service delivery.

Demonstrates reliability in fulfilling responsibilities and meeting commitments.

Requirements:

Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist through the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)

Associate's degree

Must be licensed by the Kentucky Board of Respiratory Care as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of Kentucky and in accordance with the provisions of KRS chapter 314A

Must maintain an active BLS. (within 30 days of hire if not already active)

Must obtain PALs and NRP within 6 months

Benefits:

Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually

Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire

Bereavement Leave (includes pets)

PTO Sell Back Program

Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)

Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support

Retirement with Company Match

Please note: These benefits are for our full-time positions. (32 weekly hours- 40 weekly hours).

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

"EEO Statement: Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and seeks to employ individuals without regard to r ace, color, national origin, gender, s exual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, religious or political beliefs, protected veteran status, employment status or any other protected class identified in any federal, state, or local law. Baptist Health specifically encourages minority, female, disabled, veteran and other candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and strengthen our team. Please note that Baptist Health is a drug-free workplace and employment with Baptist Health is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMATION AND ACCESSIBILITY TO SERVICES

Persons with hearing and speech impairments can contact Baptist Health facilities by using the Kentucky Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). For voice to TDD, call . For TDD to voice, call ."

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

R