Respiratory Therapist

Our client located in Bisbee, Arizona is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join their night team. The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience, ties to the area, and currently licensed, or eligible, for Arizona RT license. There is a $10K sign-on bonus!

Our client located in Bisbee, Arizona is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join their night team. The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience, ties to the area, and currently licensed, or eligible, for Arizona RT license. There is a $10K sign-on bonus!

Job Responsibilities of the RT:

• Monitoring patient physiological responses to therapy such as arterial blood gases, vital signs or blood chemistry, and lung function changes, and consulting with physicians if there are adverse reactions.
• Working as part of a team of health care professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures.
• Setting up and operating devices including therapeutic gas administration apparatus, mechanical ventilators, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators.
• Following specified parameters of treatment.
• Providing emergency care, such as external cardiac massage, artificial respiration, or assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Inspecting, testing, cleaning, and maintaining respiratory therapy equipment to ensure it is functioning safely and efficiently.
• Maintaining charts that contain patient identification and therapy information.

Minimum Requirements for the Respiratory Therapist position:

• Licensed Respiratory Therapist from the Arizona Board of Respiratory Practitioners, or eligable to obtain
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS Certified
• One year of experience is preferred

For more information on the RT position or other permanent positions nationwide, please apply with an updated resume.