Respiratory Care Practitioner - PAMC Respiratory Therapy

at  Providence

DESCRIPTION

Under supervision the Respiratory Therapist provides services to patients at PAMC as prescribed by physicians in conjunction with established policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines. Responsible for the assessing the patient’s respiratory status and recommending appropriate therapies. Implements therapies and evaluates patient response to therapeutic interventions. The Respiratory Therapist accepts and promotes professional development as an integral part of practice. Assesses, analyzes, customizes, coordinates and communicates the patient’s plan of care and actively collaborate with other members of the health care team.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Alaska Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Upon hire: National Registered Respiratory Therapist - National Board for Respiratory Care OR
• Upon hire: National Certified Respiratory Therapist - National Board for Respiratory Care
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• Within 90 days: National Provider ACLS - American Heart Association
• 5 years of Critical care experience as Respiratory Therapist

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s Degree - Respiratory Care

Please refer the Job description for details