Respiratory Therapist CRT - RRT
Employer
- Rapides Regional Medical Center
Job Description
Description
Do you have the career opportunities as a Respiratory Therapist you want in your current role? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join
Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a Respiratory Therapist where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!
Respiratory therapy is best described as the assessment and treatment of patients with both acute and chronic dysfunction of the cardiopulmonary system. Today’s respiratory therapists have demanding responsibilities related to patient care and serve as vital members of the healthcare team.
Respiratory therapists must have a broad knowledge of the pathophysiology of the cardiopulmonary system and the complex procedures required to properly diagnose and treat patients, from the very young to the very old.
- Teamwork is the core of how we operate
- Engagement of Leadership – Everyone on the team is motivated and patient focused.
- Dynamic Departmental Duties
- Medical gas administration and aerosol therapy
- Obtaining and analyzing blood specimens
- Operating and maintaining various respiratory and cardiopulmonary equipment
- Maintain artificial airways, provide mechanical ventilation and assist with CPR as needed
- Provide patient education
- Assess equipment function and monitor patient response to therapy
- Graduate from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
- Current Louisiana Respiratory Care Practitioner License (Certified or Registered)
- CPR for Healthcare Providers to be completed within 30 days of hire
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) to be completed within 30 days of hire
RapidesRegional Medical Center isan award-winning 328+ bed hospital and ER in Alexandria, Louisiana that offersa wide array of services ranging from Cancer Care to Wound Care, and ourmedical staff includes doctors in more than 30 medical specialties.
At RapidesRegional we believe that well-defined values are the key to nurturing staff andpatient satisfaction. By joining our team you contribute to the positiveculture of the hospital, which directly impacts the well-being of yourpatients, their families, your colleagues, and your own personal jobsatisfaction. We invite you to learn firsthand what our unwavering commitmentto patient satisfaction, service excellence and professional expertise can dofor your career.
HCA Healthcarehas been continually named a World's Most Ethical Company by Ethispheresince 2010. In 2018, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.3 billion in cost forthe delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensatedexpenses.
Ifyou are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personalgrowth, we encourage you to apply for our Respiratory Therapist opening. Wepromptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contactedfor interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity atour company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color,national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteranstatus, or disability status.
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Date Posted
1302 days ago
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