Respiratory Therapist, Certified

Schedule

• Full-Time | Union Your experience matters Lourdes Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Respiratory Therapist joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
• How you’ll contribute
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• Respiratory
• Therapist who excels in this role: Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer. Performs bedside PFTs, EKGs, and tobacco cessation education as ordered. Delivers and evaluates patient response to therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition appropriately. Responds to codes and emergent calls for respiratory assistance. Provides rapid assessment and appropriate intervention. Educates patients and families about illness management and community resources. Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on outcomes, research, and best practices. Stocks and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders; maintains storage areas with required levels and equipment. Cleans, sterilizes, maintains, and calibrates equipment. Participates in performance improvement and continuing education. Provides quality patient care and works flexible shifts/units as needed. Maintains regular and reliable attendance. Performs other duties as assigned. Why join us We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care.
• In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
• Comprehensive
• Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage — tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial
• Protection &
• PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial &
• Career
• Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee
• Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).