Respiratory Therapist
Hillcrest Healthcare System·Tulsa, Oklahoma
Hillcrest Healthcare System·Tulsa, Oklahoma
The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for administering oxygen therapy, aerosol modalities, and performing ventilator monitoring and arterial blood gases. They also conduct ECGs, interpret vital signs, and provide respiratory treatments like postural drainage and incentive spirometry.
Join our team as a night 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 Hospital South, a full-service 180-bed facility located in south Tulsa, offers a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services utilizing cutting-edge technology in a welcoming community environment.
As the only DNV Orthopedic Center of Excellence (OCE) in Oklahoma, Hillcrest South stands out for its exceptional orthopedic care.
The hospital’s RN residency program is accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Practice Transition Accreditation Program and Pathway to Excellence, ensuring high-quality training for nurses.
Prepares, runs and logs routine ECG and rhythm strips.
Prepares and administers oxygen therapy utilizing nasal cannulas, masks, venturi marks, non-rebreathers, simple oxygen masks and oxygen hoods, heated high flow nasal cannulas. (If nursery trained) Prepares and administers aerosol modalities using bland aerosols, Ezpap, and small volume nebulizers.
Performs and teaches Incentive Spirometry.
Interprets and reports vital signs and pulse oximetry as indicated.
Performs postural drainage and percussion.
Performs ventilator monitoring checks and changes ventilator circuits.
Osculates and identifies various breath sounds.
Performs allens test and arterial blood gases.
Observe professional ethics in maintaining confidential information acquired regarding personal, financial, medical or employment of patients, families, and employees of Hillcrest South.
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 obtain 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.
