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Lovelace Medical Center

Respiratory Therapist / RT

Lovelace Medical Center, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87102


Overview

Join our team as a

night shift

, PRN

,

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Albuquerque, NM.

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare BetterThrive:

We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.People-First:

We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.Make Healthcare Better:

We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.Get to Know Your Team: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.

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