Registered Respiratory Therapist (Full-Time) Night Shift
At ScionHealth , we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.
Job Summary
- The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) delivers advanced respiratory care for patients across the lifespan with both acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions. The RRT performs critical diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, manages mechanical ventilation, and provides emergency respiratory support. The RRT functions as a clinical expert and collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.
Essential Functions
- Independently manages ventilator settings based on patient condition, blood gases, and physician direction
- Performs advanced diagnostics such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, EKG interpretation, and bronchoscopy support
- Assists with rapid response and code blue interventions
- Provides age-specific therapy to neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
- Educates patients and staff regarding respiratory treatments, equipment, and disease management
- Leads or assists in staff orientation, training, and competency evaluations
- Maintains documentation of all assessments, therapies, and outcomes in a timely manner
- Ensures proper disinfection, maintenance, and operation of all respiratory equipment
- Participates in quality improvement and performance monitoring initiatives
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
- Advanced clinical knowledge of respiratory pathophysiology, equipment, and treatment protocols
- Excellent assessment, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Able to function effectively under pressure and during emergencies
- Proficient with electronic medical record systems and documentation
- Able to lift and transport up to 50 lbs and work prolonged shifts
- Demonstrates leadership and mentoring skills
Education
- Graduate of a two-year AMA-approved respiratory therapy program leading to RRT eligibility
Licenses/Certifications
- Current state license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required within time frame required by facility policy
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required within time frame required by facility policy
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) required within time frame required by facility policy
Experience
- Three years of experience in respiratory therapy preferred
- Demonstrated clinical proficiency in ventilator management, diagnostic testing, and critical care procedures
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