Respiratory Therapist CRTT - Military veterans preferred

Description SHIFT: Days (rotating weekends)SCHEDULE: Full-time
 

 

Do you have the career opportunities as a Respiratory Therapist you want in your current role? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Rapides Regional Medical Center a facility that is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.  $15,000 SIGN-ON BONUS FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES

 

At Rapides Regional we want to ensure your needs are met. We offer a variety of comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans along with some unique benefits including:

 




Student Loan Repayment
Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Programs
401k (100% annual match – 3%-9% of pay based on years of service)
Paid Personal Leave
Identity Theft Protection discounts
Auto, Home, and Life Insurance options
Adoption Assistance
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)




How We Build Better Communities

 

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a Respiratory Therapist where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued?  If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

 

Respiratory therapy is best described as the assessment and treatment of patients with both acute and chronic dysfunction of the cardiopulmonary system. Today’s respiratory therapists have demanding responsibilities related to patient care and serve as vital members of the healthcare team.

Respiratory therapists must have a broad knowledge of the pathophysiology of the cardiopulmonary system and the complex procedures required to properly diagnose and treat patients, from the very young to the very old.

 

About this unit:

 


Teamwork is the core of how we operate
Engagement of Leadership – Everyone on the team is motivated and patient focused.
Dynamic Departmental Duties


 

Responsibilities:

 


Medical gas administration and aerosol therapy
Obtaining and analyzing blood specimens
Operating and maintaining various respiratory and cardiopulmonary equipment
Maintain artificial airways, provide mechanical ventilation and assist with CPR as needed
Provide patient education
Assess equipment function and monitor patient response to therapy

 

 
 

 


 
Qualifications What Qualifications You Will Need:



Graduate from an accredited
Respiratory Therapy programCurrent Louisiana
Respiratory Care Practitioner License (Certified or Registered)CPR for Healthcare Providers to
be completed within 30 days of hireAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
to be completed within 30 days of hire

 

Rapides
Regional Medical Center is
an award-winning 328+ bed hospital and ER in Alexandria, Louisiana that offers
a wide array of services ranging from Cancer Care to Wound Care, and our
medical staff includes doctors in more than 30 medical specialties.

At Rapides
Regional we believe that well-defined values are the key to nurturing staff and
patient satisfaction. By joining our team you contribute to the positive
culture of the hospital, which directly impacts the well-being of your
patients, their families, your colleagues, and your own personal job
satisfaction. We invite you to learn firsthand what our unwavering commitment
to patient satisfaction, service excellence and professional expertise can do
for your career.

HCA Healthcare
has been continually named a World's Most Ethical Company by Ethisphere
since 2010. In 2018, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.3 billion in cost for
the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated
expenses.

If
you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal
growth, we encourage you to apply for our Respiratory Therapist opening. We
promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted
for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at
our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color,
national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran
status, or disability status.



 
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