Respiratory Therapist Part time

Respiratory Therapist – Part Time

Part‑time position working AM hours, 20 hours per week at Sage West Health Care.

New graduates are encouraged to apply. The Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory/cardiopulmonary care services in accordance with physician orders and department policies.

• Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Interact professionally with patients and families; treat patients and their families with respect and dignity.
• Identify and address psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and families.
• Effectively and appropriately communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co‑workers, using positive language and constructive problem‑solving techniques that foster positive outcomes.
• Appropriately assess all patients related to the care requested and provided, including neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric, and the general patient population.
• Evaluate respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of all departmental forms, flow charts, logbooks, and their proper usage.
• Formulate a teaching plan based on identified learning needs of patients and evaluate effectiveness of learning, including family when appropriate.
• Perform respiratory therapy diagnostic procedures and therapy treatments per plan of care.
• Maintain accurate and continued documentation for all assessments, treatments, and evaluations performed, ensuring documentation meets current standards and policies.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the differences in techniques and treatment modalities for patients of varying ages.
• Manage and operate equipment safely and correctly; inspect and test respiratory therapy equipment to ensure safe and efficient functioning.
• Follow the six medication rights and reduce the potential for medication errors.
• Respond to codes and calls for emergency assistance; assess patient condition and deliver appropriate treatment.
• Monitor, receive, stock, and distribute respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.
• Disassemble, clean and sterilize equipment and perform preventive maintenance and calibration of machines.
• Initiate, maintain, and discontinue continuous mechanical ventilation.
• Apply principles of sterile techniques and infection control procedures.
• Consult other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.
• Assist in orientation and training of new staff/students as necessary.
• Keep current with principles and practices, regulations, and standards that apply to healthcare.
• Perform other reasonably related job duties as assigned or requested, within scope of practice.

• Demonstrate the values of teamwork consistently.
• Prioritize the patient's clinical experience and maintain high awareness of patient satisfaction.
• Show meticulous attention to detail with the ability to multi‑task and demonstrate proficient time management skills.
• Act as a self‑starter, completing duties without reminders.
• Respond to and cope with emergency situations professionally and calmly.
• Remain focused, patient, and calm under pressure, taking appropriate action.
• Be flexible, responding to changes in the work schedule, and work as needed for departmental coverage.
• Have basic computer knowledge and become proficient in Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.
• Possess knowledge of computer operations and proficiency in the use of word processing, email, EMR, and other required software.
• Require critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Exhibit excellent written, verbal and communication skills.
• Be sufficiently proficient in spoken, written, and reading English necessary to perform essential functions, especially those impacting patient or employee safety or security. Additional languages preferred.

• Associate of Science Degree (required)
• Bachelor of Science Degree (preferred)

• Current Wyoming Respiratory Therapy license
• Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) and/or a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire or transfer
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification within 90 days of hire or transfer
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within 90 days of hire or transfer

Entry level

Part‑time

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