Respiratory Care Practitioner

Job Description More than just a job, it's a vocationWorker Type:RegularPosition Highlights:Respiratory Therapy at St. Joseph Hospital - St. CharlesSchedule: Full-time, Night Shift, consisting of three 12-hour shifts weekly, with rotating weekend and holiday responsibilities.Sign-On Bonus: Available for external qualified candidates, contingent upon a two-year service commitment.Both RRT and CRT professionals are encouraged to apply!Position Overview:This role involves assessing and providing care for patients requiring respiratory therapy. You will administer prescribed therapeutic services related to respiratory health.Key Responsibilities and Qualifications:PRIMARY DUTIESEvaluate patients to determine the appropriate type and frequency of treatment, creating a care plan based on their diagnosis.Deliver respiratory care services in line with physician orders, departmental policies, and established guidelines.Implement and oversee the patient care plan and associated equipment, while monitoring, documenting, and communicating the patient's condition. Perform advanced respiratory care techniques.Assess respiratory practices, medication administration, and treatment effectiveness based on patient outcomes.Provide education to patients and their families regarding health conditions, as well as information about community support resources and programs.Assist in the care, calibration, and maintenance of all equipment, while also participating in managing departmental inventory levels for supplies and equipment. Follow established cleaning and sterilization protocols for equipment.Respond to medical emergencies and rapid response situations.Maintain a constant state of alertness and operate safely.Perform additional duties as assigned.EDUCATIONAssociate's degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent experience and education.EXPERIENCENo prior experience is necessary.PHYSICAL DEMANDSRegularly use speech for effective oral communication.Consistently stand and walk.Frequently lift, carry, and push/pull objects weighing between 0-25 lbs.Engage in frequent sitting, reaching, and data entry using a keyboard.Regularly utilize vision and depth perception for both near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) distances, as well as to identify and differentiate colors.Frequently use smell to detect and recognize odors.Regularly use hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish bodily sounds, and detect alarms or malfunctioning equipment.Occasionally lift, carry, and push/pull objects weighing between 25-50 lbs.Occasionally assist in moving patients.Occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist, grip, and perform repetitive movements with feet/legs and hands/arms.Occasionally drive.Rarely crawl or run.REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSLocation: MissouriBasic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)AndRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)AndRespiratory Care Practitioner - Missouri Division of Professional RegistrationWork Shift:Night Shift (United States)Job Type:EmployeeDepartment:Respiratory TherapyScheduled Weekly Hours:36Benefits:Our organization values our outstanding employees by providing a comprehensive benefits package tailored to their needs.Paid Parental Leave: Eligible team members receive one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).Flexible Payment Options: Our voluntary benefit through DailyPay allows eligible hourly team members to access their earned, unpaid base pay instantly (fees may apply) before payday.Upfront Tuition Coverage: We offer upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.Explore All BenefitsWe are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.