What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist position at Lovelace Regional Hospital?
Overview
Join our team as a PRN Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Albuquerque, NM.
Fulfilling your purpose begins here:
People First, Always. Here’s how we take care of our people:
- Competitive salaries, support teams and growth opportunities.
Your team is bigger than your department:
- Lovelace Regional Hospital includes 24/7 emergency services, intensive care, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, surgical and birthing services for Roswell and the surrounding community.
- We believe healthcare is a team sport and every player has something to contribute. We show compassion, celebrate differences and treat one another with respect.
Responsibilities
Coordinates the safe delivery, appropriate and effective respiratory treatment to critical and non-critical patients in accordance to current standards of practice, physician’s orders, staffing levels and organizational policies. Adheres to policy, procedures and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
- Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Program. Related experience may be substituted for related education
- Current NM Respiratory Care License
- Basic Life Saving Certified
Preferred Job Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in related field
- One (1) year of related experience
- AARC Membership
- National Specialty Certification
- PALS, NRP, or ACLS may be required by facility/department