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Asante Health System

Respiratory Care Practitioner 2 AACH

Asante Health System, Ashland, Oregon, United States, 97520


Additional Position Details: FTE: 0.900000 | Full Time | 3rd Shift - Nights

External candidates may be eligible for Relocation Assistance!

Position Summary/Qualifications:

The Respiratory Care Practitioner 2 at Asante is an Advanced Respiratory Care Practitioner that has acquired additional credentialing and competencies as outlined in the Respiratory Critical Care Orientation, Respiratory Care Services Competency Evaluation and Respiratory Care Services' Career Ladder, in one or more of the following: Adult Critical Care, Pediatric Care, Neonatal Care, Pulmonary Function Technology, Team leadership. The RCP-2 may enable the practitioner to perform respiratory care duties in the adult intensive care units, attend to patients in the ER and/or provide pediatric floor care if applicable. Responsibilities may also include management of blood gas labs, as assigned for specific job roles.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

* Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy or respiratory related sciences, preferred.

Experience

* Completion of Respiratory Therapy education program and current licensure by the state of Oregon and experience specific to the posted Advanced Practitioner specialty position is required Successful applicants should have experience specific to the posted Advanced Practitioner specialty position. Such experience should indicate that the applicant would be able to demonstrate advanced competencies after completion of orientation(s).

Licensure/Certifications

* Current or former RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) must be obtained within 6 months of hire.* RT-P: Respiratory Therapist licensed by Oregon Health Authority Licensing Office required upon start. Temp license may be considered and permanent license must be obtained within 6 months of hire.* BLS: Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider certified by American Heart Association (AHA) required upon start.* ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support certified from American Heart Association, preferred.* NRP: Neonatal Resuscitation Program Instructor certification issued by American Heart Association (AHA) usually preferred - but will be required for those working in the Family Birth Center.* PALS: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Instructor certification by the American Heart Association, preferred for ARRMC and ATRMC.* Please note: For Asante Ashland Community Hospital (AACH), PALS, ACLS, and NRP must be obtained within 6 months of start

Required Skills

* Critical thinking skills as well as effective communication skills.* Ability to assess the patient/situation, analyze the data, formulate a plan, and then implement the plan.* Ability to function effectively in a team environment utilizing consistent and appropriate communication as both a team member and leader.

What We Offer for Full-time and Part-time Positions

* Competitive starting wage.* Comprehensive Total Rewards package including medical, dental, vision, and wellness; retirement plan with up to a 6% employer contribution; and a generous paid time off policy that increases with years of service.* Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year of service.

Why Asante

Asante is more than a great hospital system in an amazing location. We are a community of passionate providers and service-focused caregivers who collaborate to deliver amazing patient outcomes; a place where titles don't matter as much as your creativity, drive, and passion. Our culture, values and people create an environment of sustained medical excellence. For more on our story and award-winning health care, click HERE.

More About Asante and Southern Oregon

Asante is a local, community owned and governed, not-for-profit organization that provides comprehensive health care services to more than 550,000 people in a nine-county area of Southern Oregon and Northern California. It includes Asante Ashland Community Hospital in Ashland, Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center in Medford, Asante Three Rivers Medical Center in Grants Pass, Asante Physician Partners throughout the Rogue Valley, and additional health care partnerships. Virtually all medical specialties and services are represented within an organization dedicated to providing exceptional care. With over 5,000 employees, Asante's entities offer outstanding opportunities for career advancement and professional growth. At Asante your work positively impacts your family, friends, neighbors and the community. Experience the difference in how you work, how you live and how you connect.

At Asante we are defined by our values - traits that guide us as we serve patients and the community:

Excellence - Respect - Honesty - Service - Teamwork

Asante is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ and advance in employment women, minorities, qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.