Registered Respiratory Therapist

St. Charles Health System

Oregon, United States
Base: $41.63 - $62.03 ph; shift differentials: eve...
Ventilator management skills
Airway management expertise
Patient respiratory care
The Registered Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory assessment, support, treatment, and diagnostic tests as part of the healthcare team

Job Summary

  • The Registered Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory assessment, support, treatment, and diagnostic tests as part of the healthcare team.
  • This position involves managing all modes of mechanical ventilation, including lung protective strategies and monitoring patient-ventilator interactions.
  • The role requires adherence to St. Charles Health System's mission of creating America's healthiest community together through accountability, caring, and teamwork.

Matching Summary

The Registered Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory assessment, support, treatment, and diagnostic tests as part of the healthcare team.

Salary

Base: $41.63 - $62.03 per hour; Shift Differentials: Evening $2.50/hr, Weekend $4/hr, Night starts at $10/hr; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ventilator management skills
  • Airway management expertise
  • Patient respiratory care
  • Arterial blood gas analysis
  • Oxygen therapy administration

Nice-to-have

  • Strong communication with diverse populations
  • Lean principles continuous improvement
  • Collaborative team working skills
  • Problem-solving decision-making abilities
  • Therapeutic presence in patient care

Key Requirements

  • Current Oregon Respiratory Therapist licensure
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) registration
  • AHA Basic Life Support certification
  • ACLS and PALS within six months of hire
  • NRP required for NICU or Lead Therapist roles

Work Rights

Not specified

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