Respiratory Therapist Iii-Fte; Rec No: Kch

Overview

DATE POSTED
: 1/11/2024

JOB TITLE
: RESPIRATORY THERAPIST III; 90% FTE

RECRUITMENT NO
: KCH 24-103 (PERMANENT/PART TIME)

JOB LOCATION
: KONA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL – Respiratory Therapy

SALARY RANGE
: 90% of $5,918 + $527 shortage differential (SR20, BU13)

The Respiratory Therapist III works in the respiratory therapy unit and exercises considerable independent clinical judgment in applying scientific knowledge and theory to practical respiratory care problems in accordance with physicians’ orders. The position is responsible for independently administering respiratory tests and treatment to patients with respiratory diseases and disorders, including cases involving critically ill, pediatric, and neonatal patients. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of growth and development and the ability to assess data reflective of a patient’s status to determine age-specific needs and provide appropriate care for birth through older age groups (birth-17 years, 18-65 years, 65+ years).

The position may be required to work on shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must be available to work shifts as necessary based on hospital operations; services are provided 24/7.

Education
: A baccalaureate degree in respiratory therapy from a school approved by CoARC or CAAHEP at the time of graduation. Substitutions:
An associate degree in respiratory therapy from an approved program and two (2) years of professional experience as a Respiratory Therapist may substitute for a baccalaureate degree.

Experience
:
One (1) year of professional experience as a Respiratory Therapist under medical supervision, with a full professional understanding of evaluation, testing, and treatment of respiratory therapy problems and the ability to develop and modify patient care plans.

Desired Skills
:
Knowledge of principles and practices of respiratory therapy, treatment procedures, equipment operation, patient monitoring, documentation, CPR, and instructing patients/families. Ability to independently apply respiratory therapy principles, select and use diagnostic procedures, prepare treatment plans, communicate effectively, operate and adjust equipment, maintain records, and educate patients.

Certification
:
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required within six (6) months of employment.

Licensure
:
Valid Hawaii license as a Respiratory Therapist at time of appointment.

Applicants must be physically able to perform the essential duties, including reading standard text, hearing, bending, kneeling, lifting, pushing/pulling, reaching, sitting, standing, and ambulating between units. Ability to work varying shifts and longer than eight hours as needed.

Required Forms & Documentation
:
Evidence of appropriate training (official transcript or degree). A legible photocopy may be accepted;
Kona Community Hospital reserves the right to request an official copy.

Equal Opportunity
:
All West Hawaii Health Care Facilities are nicotine free. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

All job vacancies will be posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days.

For an application packet and additional information, call  or email Recruiting/Employment. Forms:
Application Form (PDF), Drug Screen Authorization Form (PDF), Licensure information, Request for Administrative Review (PDF). Applications are available at the Kona Community Hospital Human Resources Office or Kohala Hospital Human Resources Office.

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8:00 – 10:00 am and 1:00 – 3:00 pm. Applications for announcements with a deadline must be on file by the last day to file; continuous recruitment announcements accept applications while vacancies exist.

Additional Information
:
This includes how to apply, steps to an administrative review, and related guidelines. Applicants may be required to meet background checks, pre-employment physicals, drug screening, and other regulatory requirements per HHSC policy.