Respiratory Therapist Job at Prime Healthcare, Leavenworth, KS

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  • Prime Healthcare
  • Leavenworth, KS

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking aRegisteredRespiratory Therapist,internally referred to as our RRT. The RRT can be referred to as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP II) but someone who carries out respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as directed by the medical and cardiopulmonary directors, based on physician orders. They focus on assessing, planning, implementing, and documenting care while considering the specific needs of patients based on age and population; in the absence of a supervisor, they may be designated as the Lead RCP, overseeing the department during their shift. This position is a FULL TIME evening (mid-shift) role.

Bonus Available: $10,000

Shifts Available:Evenings

Employment Type:Full time

Hours:Evening/Mid shift

Location: Saint John Hospital – Leavenworth, KS

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

  • Competitive compensation

  • Medical insurance benefit plan

  • 401K

  • Sick leave accrual

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

  • Will provide treatments such as inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications to help patients breathe more easily

  • Conduct tests like pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis to assess lung capacity and gas exchange in patients

  • Set up, monitor, and adjust ventilators and other life-supporting equipment for patients who cannot breathe independently

  • May be part of a rapid response team in emergencies, which you will provide airway management, perform intubations, and resuscitate patients in critical situations

  • Assess patients' respiratory status, monitor their progress, and make adjustments to treatment plans as needed

  • Ensure that all respiratory equipment is properly cleaned, sterilized, and maintained to prevent infections and ensure patient safety

Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

  • State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required

  • Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required

  • ACLS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current

  • NRP certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current

  • PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current

  • High School Diploma or equivalent is required

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:

  • 2 years experience as an RCP preferred

  • Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare:

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Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Evenings

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:

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FacilitySt. John's Hospital

LocationUS-KS-Leavenworth

ID2025-230369

CategoryClinical Tech

Position TypeFull Time

ShiftEvenings

Job TypeNon-Exempt

Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Shift work, Afternoon shift,

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