Respiratory Therapist

4 weeks ago


Alexandria, Louisiana, United States Rapides Regional Medical Center Full time
Job Summary

Rapides Regional Medical Center is seeking a Seasonal Certified Respiratory Therapist to join our team. As a vital part of our patient care team, you will coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department.

Responsibilities
  • Perform and document patient assessment, including breath sounds, airway patency, and cuff pressure.
  • Conduct diagnostic procedures to evaluate the need for, and response to, respiratory therapy.
  • Administer respiratory care therapies, including oxygen delivery, aerosol medication delivery, and chest physiotherapy.
  • Assist with placement of artificial airways and initiate, monitor, and maintain mechanical ventilation.
  • Monitor patient for therapeutic response and notify provider and intervene as appropriate in the event of an unintended response.
  • Assist with transportation of ventilator-dependent patients and respond to emergent patient situations.
Requirements
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 60 days of employment start date.
  • PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date.
  • State Certified Respiratory Therapist.
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support, or CPR for Healthcare Providers must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
What We Offer

Rapides Regional Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay.
  • Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more.
  • Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny.
  • Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing.
  • Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources, and consumer discounts.
  • 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
  • Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships.
  • Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
  • Colleague recognition program.
  • Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence).

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.


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