Respiratory Therapist CRT/RRT - Full-time or Part-time

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Employment Type: Part time Shift: Rotating Shift Description:
All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application. * Summary * At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor's visit or a place to go when you're in need of medical attention.
Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.
MercyOne North Iowa is the largest provider of health care services in our region, and we are proudly the largest employer in Cerro Gordo County.
Our hospital is a private, not-for-profit health care center, licensed for 346 beds, which serves more than 400,000 inpatients and outpatients each year.
In addition, MercyOne North Iowa is a teaching institution.
We conduct a Family Medicine Residency, Internal Medicine Residency, Cardiology Fellowship, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship, PGY1 Pharmacy Residency and a School of Radiologic Technology.
MercyOne North Iowa is a clinical training site for approximately 500 students from 127 different colleges enrolled in programs for medical laboratory, nursing, paramedic, rehabilitation, medical assistants, pastoral services, physicians and many other medical fields. * * Want to learn more about MercyOne North? Click here: MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center | MercyOne Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Respiratory Therapist.
As a Respiratory Therapist at MercyOne, you will This position is responsible for the administration of routine respiratory care to all pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Areas worked include general acute care areas, intensive care, emergency department, surgical suites, recovery rooms, skilled nursing facilities, and other clinical areas.
Performs incentive spirometry, aerosol therapy, oxygen therapy, pulmonary drainage procedures, BIPAP/CPAP, ventilator management, therapeutic bronchoscopy, co-oximetry, ekg, holter, zio, intubation assist, extubation, blood gas, outpatient testing, and suctioning following interpretation of physician order.
Assesses patients receiving Respiratory Care using beside assessment technique and knowledge of indications, contraindications, hazards of the above procedures and actions/reactions of medications being given.
Responds to and are team members of the resuscitation and rapid response pages.
Performs basic spirometry procedures, electrocardiograms, arterial blood gas sampling and analysis.
Provides patient education and assists with community events dealing with Respiratory Care.
Areas worked include general acute care areas, intensive care, emergency department, surgical suites, recovery rooms, skilled nursing facilities, and other clinical areas.
Schedule: PRN Part-time, under 32 hours per week Full Time 36 hours per week Shift: Days or Nights General Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent; or associate degree in chemical, physical or biological science required.
Graduate of respiratory therapy program required or board-eligible within a few months of graduation as certification is required at hire/transfer.
Credentialed by the NBRC at the Certified Respiratory Therapist or Registered Respiratory Therapist level required.
Current Respiratory Care Practitioner licensure in the state of Iowa required.
CAPRS and N95 fit testing validation within 30 days of hire required.
Experience: Must have demonstrated competence in Respiratory Care.
Special Skills, Competencies, and Aptitudes: Must be able to read, write and/or speak English Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system! Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care. *Our Commitment * Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings.
By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Location:
Mason City, IA
Job Type:
PartTime
Category:
Automotive

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