Examine and treat patients with breathing-related conditions while collaborating with physicians to implement treatment plans. Responsibilities include performing diagnostic tests, delivering respiratory therapies, and maintaining specialized medical equipment.
Requirements summary
Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy and a current RRT license in the state of practice. BCLS certification is required, while ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications are preferred.
Valley View Medical Center part of Lifepoint Health [https://lifepointhealth.net/locations], 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 (RRT) 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
A Respiratory Therapist who excels in this role
Examine and treat patients with breathing-related conditions, perform diagnostic testing, and collaborate with physicians to develop and implement treatment.
Provide patient education on therapies and medication use.
Perform physiotherapy and related treatments.
Measure lung capacity and analyze blood samples using a blood analyzer; may perform bedsides PFTs, EKGs, and tobacco-cessation education as ordered.
Deliver ordered respiratory therapies; monitor, record, and communicate patient condition and response to treatment.
Respond to codes and emergent calls; assesses patient condition and provides appropriate interventions.
Evaluate and contribute to respiratory care policies and procedures based on outcomes, research, and best practices.
Educate patients and families on illness, treatments, device use, and community resources.
Monitor, receive, stock, and distribute respiratory supplies and medical gas cylinders; maintain storage areas and equipment readiness.
Disassemble, clean, sterilize, perform preventive maintenance and calibrate respiratory equipment.
Perform all responsibilities as needed to fulfill required service levels.
Participate in performance improvement and required education.
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:
Benefits
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Short-term Disability
Long-term Disability
Tuition Assistance
Discount Programs
Company Match
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Paid Family Leave
Loan Assistance
Virtual Care Appointments
Mental Health Services
401(k) Retirement Package
Mental Wellness Programs
Physical Wellness Programs
Financial Wellness Programs
Free Gym Memberships
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage — with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period — 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).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What we’re looking for Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy. Additional requirements include:
Current registered respiratory therapist (RRT) license in state of practice.
BCLS required; ACLS, PALS, and NRP preferred.
Connect with a Recruiter Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Dian Rezendes by emailing dian.rezendes@lifepointhealth.net.
More about Valley View Medical Center
Valley View Medical Center is a 100-bed acute hospital that has been offering exceptional care to Fort Mojave, AZ and surrounding community for over 20 years.
EEOC Statement
“Valley View Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Valley View Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
