Respiratory Therapist, Certified

Schedule: Full-Time | Union

Your experience matters 

 Lourdes Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health
[https://lifepointhealth. net/locations], a diversified healthcare delivery
network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment
to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As
a Respiratory Therapist joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission
dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey
where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference
in the lives of those we serve.

How you’ll contribute 

A Respiratory Therapist who excels in this role

* Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
Performs bedside PFTs, EKGs, and tobacco cessation education as ordered.

* Delivers and evaluates patient response to therapy per plan of care.
Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition appropriately.

* Responds to codes and emergent calls for respiratory assistance. Provides
rapid assessment and appropriate intervention.

* Educates patients and families about illness management and community
resources.

* Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on outcomes,
research, and best practices.

* Stocks and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders;
maintains storage areas with required levels and equipment.

* Cleans, sterilizes, maintains, and calibrates equipment.

* Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.

* Provides quality patient care and works flexible shifts/units as needed.

* Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

* Performs other duties as assigned.

Why join us 

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing
excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position
also offers: 

* Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision
coverage — tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and
more.

* Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital
indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and
paid time off.

* Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition
assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

* Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free
gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and
discount programs).

* Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement
opportunities.

What we’re looking for 

Education: Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy required.

License: Certifications: Current CRT or RRT license in state of practice; BCLS
required; ACLS, PALS, and NRP preferred.

Connect with a Recruiter 
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Maria
Delgado by emailing maria. delgado1@lifepointhealth. net.

Hourly range: $30.68 - $46.51

EEOC Statement

“Lourdes Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lourdes Medical Center
is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees
and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment
in employment.”

Pay Transparency Notice (Washington State)

If you believe this job posting does not include accurate or complete pay
information in accordance with the Washington State Equal Pay and Opportunities
Act, please inform us immediately.  You can contact us at 833-271-4269 to report
the issue.  For more information on your rights under Washington’s pay
transparency laws, visit the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries
website at: https://lni. wa. gov [https://lni. wa. gov]

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of
Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans
29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and
behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across
the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers
and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through
talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with
opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a
difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to
promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with
an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and
reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.