Registered Respiratory Therapist

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Plains Regional Medical Center at Presbyterian Healthcare Services summary: The Registered Respiratory Therapist at Plains Regional Medical Center provides cardiopulmonary diagnostic testing, respiratory treatment, and ventilatory support to inpatients and outpatients under the supervision of the Respiratory Medical Director. This full-time role includes responsibilities such as managing respiratory care therapies and requires certifications including RRT, BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS. The position offers professional development opportunities, shift differentials, and is part of a not-for-profit healthcare system serving eastern New Mexico and west Texas communities. Overview: Under the supervision of the Respiratory Medical Director, the Registered Respiratory Therapist provides cardiopulmonary diagnostic and respiratory therapeutic support for patients in the Hospital and/or outpatients that require cardiopulmonary diagnostic testing, respiratory treatment, and/or ventilatory support. Type of Opportunity: Full Time, non exempt FTE: 0.9 Work Schedule: 12 Hour Nights Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available for qualified candidates. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities Strongline Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows employees to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern) Shift differentials for nights and weekends Differentials for higher education, certifications and various lead roles Malpractice liability insurance Qualifications: Associates Degree/Certification as Respiratory Therapy Technician/Registered Respiratory Therapy Technician, RRT Reg Resp Therapist ( NBRC ) Respiratory Care Practitioner - NM One to three years experience in respiratory care BLS certification required at time of hire ACLS, NRP and PALS within 90 days from hire date Benefits: About Presbyterian Healthcare Services Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses. Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans. About Plains Regional Medical Center Near the Texas border in Clovis, this not-for-profit regional medical center has 106 licensed beds and proudly serves the eastern New Mexico and west Texas communities. The people of Plains Regional Medical Center — physicians, nurses, clinicians, support staff, board members, chaplains, and auxiliaries — take great pride in a long tradition of delivering patient care, a wide range of general acute care, and specialty services to residents and visitors. With a population of more than 45,000, Clovis is a family-friendly city that neighbors the Cannon Air Force Base and is known for having one of the busiest community calendars in the state. The city offers a variety of events situated around the area's culture, early rock 'n roll history and outdoor recreational facilities. Learn more about Clovis here . AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses. Maximum Offer for this position is up to: USD $38.86/Hr. Compensation Disclaimer: The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. Keywords: respiratory therapy, cardiopulmonary diagnostics, ventilatory support, respiratory treatment, registered respiratory therapist, respiratory care, cardiac care, hospital healthcare, patient care, cardiopulmonary testing