Respiratory Therapist
Hillcrest Healthcare System·Tulsa, Oklahoma
Hillcrest Healthcare System·Tulsa, Oklahoma
The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for assessing, implementing, and documenting respiratory care for patients of various ages. Key duties include the administration of oxygen, managing various treatment modalities, and ventilator management.
Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Respiratory Therapist in Tulsa, OK.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team: Hillcrest Medical Center is a 656-bed hospital that includes The Alexander Burn Center, The Peggy V.
Helmerich Women’s Health Center, Kaiser Rehabilitation Center, the latest technology for the treatment of cancer, and the Oklahoma Heart Institute.
Individuals within this job classification are accountable for assessing, implementing, evaluating and documenting respiratory care in accordance with HMC standards and under the direction of the department Manager and Medical Director in order to deliver efficient, effective and quality respiratory care.
The Registered Respiratory Therapist must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide respiratory care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit.
This individual is responsible for the administration of oxygen, various treatment modalities, and ventilator management.
He/she is expected to adhere to and abide by the rules and regulations set forth by the Oklahoma Respiratory Care Practice Act.
Must be able to demonstrate awareness and appropriateness in the care of patients at end of life.
Job Requirements: Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy education program (CoARC or CAAHP) with minimally 20 quarter hours of science (A.S. degree required/ B.S. degree preferred).
NBRC credential as a RRT or new graduate that obtains RRT NBRC credential within 6 months of graduation and or a newly hired CRT that obtains RRT within 6 months of hire.
Active Oklahoma Respiratory Care Professional License as outlined by the OK Medical Board.
BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
Must obtain ACLS, within 6 months of hire.
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited respiratory therapy program with an Associate's degree (Bachelor's preferred) and hold an active Oklahoma Respiratory Care Professional License. Required certifications include RRT (or CRT obtaining RRT within 6 months), BLS, and ACLS.
Market context
Respiratory therapist openings in Oklahoma are often tied to hospitals, critical care units, and other settings that need support for patients with breathing disorders. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for current BLS and Respiratory Care Practitioner credentials, plus an associate’s degree or equivalent experience, while also welcoming new graduates. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and clinical readiness before applying.
