Respiratory Therapist Reg
The posted compensation range of $30.62 - $44.40 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.
CHI St. Alexius Health Dickinson part of CommonSpirit Heath a national nonprofit health system based in Englewood Colorado. The faith-based system operates in 18 states and includes 103 hospitals. Additional services offered within the system are: long-term care assisted and residential living communities community health services organizations home health agencies and numerous outpatient facilities.
The Registered Respiratory Therapist provides high quality respiratory care through demonstration of knowledge and application of HHN, CPT, IPPB, CPAP, BiPAP, Apnea Monitoring, Aerosol Therapy, Medication Administration, Oxygen Therapy, Invasive and Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation to patients in the alternative care setting. The Registered Respiratory Therapist will communicate when appropriate any concerns regarding care provided to those allied health professionals and physicians involved in the care of the patient.
THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR A $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS**!!
Responsibilities
- Provide patient education on the proper use and maintenance of all home respiratory care equipment.
- Complete routine and emergent home visits to address compliance and education concerns.
- Conduct phone calls to patients, referrals sources and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Complies with patient care and documentation procedures to ensure patient protection and safety.
- Monitor patients for compliance with physician prescription and understanding of equipment and supplies.
- Responsible for provision of invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation.
Qualifications
Required Education for Staff Job Levels | Graduate of an approved Respiratory Care Program. Successfully obtained Registration as a Respiratory Therapist. Licensed by the state of North Dakota to practice Respiratory Care. Must possess a valid class D driver’s license and maintain a good driving record. |
Required Minimum Experience | None. |
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Must be self-directed; manages multiple tasks. Basic mechanical and computer aptitude required. Well-developed oral and written communication skills. Works in harmony and with a spirit of cooperation with physicians and the general public; disciplined to actively listen to customer’s needs and takes responsibility to address those needs. Thrives in a fast paced work environment. Must possess a valid class D driver’s license and maintain a good driving record. Promotes positive working relationships among co-workers through expressions of appreciation to others for the work they do. |
PREFERRED Education and/or Experience | Current CPR certification (or completed within 60 days of employment). Two years experience in home care and/or acute care (adult and pediatric) preferred but not required. |
Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.
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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.
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