Respiratory Therapist - PRN

Description

Weiser Memorial Hospital--rated one of Idaho's best places to work--is seeking experienced respiratory therapists (RT) to join us PRN. As an RT in a critical access hospital, you will be essential in evaluating, treating, and educating patients with lung and breathing disorders. You'll collaborate with a close-knit healthcare team to deliver high-quality, personalized care while making a real difference in a rural community.  

Weiser Memorial Hospital, a PERSI employer, offers a competitive benefits package in addition to continuing education and professional development opportunities. 

Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Idaho State Retirement (PERSI)
• 401(k)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Discounted medical services
• Medical and dependent care savings plans
• Guaranteed life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Air St. Luke's Membership

Weiser Memorial Hospital participates in eVerify and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Weiser, ID, is located in Western Idaho, minutes away from I-84 and offers a lower cost of living than the national average, including nearby Boise. Weiser is well-known for its many rivers, access to outdoor recreational areas, and as the host of the annual National Old-time Fiddlers' Contest & Festival.

Responsibilities

• Maintains knowledge of the various methods of oxygen delivery, including the necessary equipment. Remains alert to and assesses possible side effects to oxygen delivery. 
• Administers respiratory therapy treatments, understands the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each. 
• Sets-up and monitors mechanical ventilators and the associated critical care duties required for such treatment, such as airway management and tracheal suctioning. 
• Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation. Makes appropriate nurse or physician contact for intervention. 
• Performs arterial punctures to obtain arterial blood samples for blood gas analysis, and understands the possible complications and contraindications associated with the procedure. 
• Follows departmental equipment cleaning procedures. 
• Documents all pertinent data on the patient’s medical record following completion of any service. 
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of all departmental forms, flow charts, logbooks, and their proper usage. 
• Performs EKGs, completes report interpretations, sends reports to physicians as requested and files reports in department, according to department procedures. 
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the differences in techniques and treatment modalities as performed on patients of varying ages, including neonate, pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients, as well as the general patient population.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of oxygen concentrations and medication doses as they relate to patients of varying ages, including neonate, pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients. 

Requirements

• Current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure required.
• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist preferred.
• Three (3) or more years of previous experience in all aspects of cardiopulmonary services preferred.
• Current BLS certification.
• Current ACLS certification or obtain within one year of employment.
• Current NRP certification or obtain within one year of employment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Additional languages preferred.