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Respiratory Therapist

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Kansas City, MO, United States Saint Joseph Medical Center Full time


Respiratory Therapist

Facility

St. Joseph Medical Center

Location

US-MO-Kansas City

ID

2025-236436

Category

Clinical Tech

Position Type

Per Diem

Shift

Nights

Job Type

Non-Exempt

Overview

We are seeking a Respiratory Therapist, internally referred to as our Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT). The Respiratory Therapist, also known as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP II), plays a crucial role in the care and management of patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. They assist patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions in achieving optimal respiratory function and improving their quality of life. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

Shift's Available: Nights

Employment Type: Per Diem (PD / PRN)

Hours: 12-hour shifts

Location: St. Joseph Medical Center - Kansas City, MO

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Medical insurance benefit plan
  • 401K
  • Sick leave accrual
Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

  • Will provide treatments such as inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications to help patients breathe more easily
  • Conduct tests like pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis to assess lung capacity and gas exchange in patients
  • Set up, monitor, and adjust ventilators and other life-supporting equipment for patients who cannot breathe independently
  • May be part of a rapid response team in emergencies, which you will provide airway management, perform intubations, and resuscitate patients in critical situations
  • Assess patients' respiratory status, monitor their progress, and make adjustments to treatment plans as needed
  • Ensure that all respiratory equipment is properly cleaned, sterilized, and maintained to prevent infections and ensure patient safety


Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

  • State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License
  • Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current
  • Respiratory Therapist (RT) certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)
  • ACLS certificate within 60 day of hire and maintain current
  • PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:

  • 2 years experience as an RCP
  • NRP certificate
  • Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science Degree

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

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Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

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