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Lovelace Health System

Respiratory Therapist / RT

Lovelace Health System, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101


Overview

You may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000. You may also be eligible for relocation assistance.Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Albuquerque, NM.Fulfilling your purpose begins here:People First, Always. Here's how we take care of our people:Medical, vision, dental health insurance, health savings account / flexible spending, competitive pay, paid time off, 401k retirement plan with company match, employee assistance program and more.Your team is bigger than your department:Lovelace Medical Center is an acute care hospital, with 263 licensed beds, providing comprehensive care, including around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services, non-invasive robotic spine surgery, stroke care, radiology and oncology services.We believe healthcare is a team sport and every player has something to contribute. We show compassion, celebrate differences and treat one another with respect.Responsibilities

Provides direct invasive and non-invasive cardiopulmonary exams and procedures.

Administers, monitors and records medications and therapies as prescribed by physicians including, but not limited to, setting up and maintaining patient ventilation, and performing arterial blood gas procedures.

Set up, maintains and monitors equipment and notifies designated management of malfunctions.

Attends professional meetings and maintains credentials and/or licensure.Participates in the development and review of policies and procedures.Takes ownership of assignments; other duties as assigned or requested.Communicates and listens effectively with internal and external customers; effectively understands instructions and shares knowledge.

Cooperates & interacts with superiors, peers, other departments, & all customer groups demonstrating our commitment to "service".

Qualifications

Job Requirements:Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Program. Related experience may be substituted for related educationCurrent NM Respiratory Care LicenseBLSPreferred Job Requirements:Bachelors degree in related fieldOne (1) year of related experienceAARC MembershipNational Specialty CertificationPALS, NRP, or ACLS may be required by facility/department