What are the responsibilities and job description for the Reg Respiratory Therapist Full-time position at ID_SARMC12 Saint Alphonsus Medical Center - Ontario, Inc.?
Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: At Saint Alphonsus Health System, we are looking for people who are living out their calling. We want you to be passionate about coming to work, and challenged to achieve your potential. Living by these virtues, we pride ourselves on exceptional service and the highest quality of care. As an RRT at Saint Alphonsus Health System, you will provide general and emergency respiratory therapy procedures to patients of all ages. These procedures include: respiratory assessment, airway and ventilator management, bi-level non-invasive ventilation management pulmonary diagnostics, delivery of medicated aerosols, bronchial hygiene therapy, lung expansion therapy, intubation, CPR, bronchoscopy assistance, arterial line placement, arterial sampling and ABG analysis and interpretation, and more. Our ideal candidate will be able to assess changes in the patient's clinical condition and modify care as necessary. He or she will also act as a preceptor by actively supporting and constructively contributing to the development of new and existing RT colleagues. License/Certification Requirements: License to practice respiratory care from the Oregon Board of Medicine Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network Advanced Cardiac Life Support for HealthCare Provider (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) required or obtained within six months of hire Pediatric Advanced Life Support for HealthCare Provider (PALS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) required or obtained within six months of hire When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon. We offer market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one. Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop. We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow. Visit www.saintalphonsus.org/careers to learn more! Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based. Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health; The region’s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II); Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.