FT- Days Registered Respiratory Therapist

Position Summary

Provides quality therapy and care to patients suffering cardiopulmonary, neurological or other metabolic disturbances which require the administration of various treatments; communicates with physician concerning efficacy of therapy, instructs patients, takes phone orders and performs other cardiopulmonary care services functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Graduate or Equivalent and completion of a Respiratory Care Program approved by the American Medical Association.
• Registration as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of Oregon.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Experience preferred.
• Obtain BLS certification within three months of hire, and maintain as current.
• Obtain ACLS within six months of hire and maintain as current.
• Obtain PALS within six months of hire and maintain as current preferred.
• Obtain NRP within six months of hire and maintain as current preferred

Essential Job Functions

• Conducts a program of treatment, management, diagnostic evaluation and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system in a safe and therapeutically effective manner.
• Administers and documents medication in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Correctly administers Cardiopulmonary Care Services in accordance with Policies and Procedures.
• Maintains awareness of environmental conditions and initiates corrective intervention as indicated.
• Maintain a professional relationship with the medical staff.
• Possess an expanded level of technical competence that is shared effectively with other staff members.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrate sound judgment, patience and maintain a professional demeanor at all times
• Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment
• Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize
• Strong computer skills
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Creativity, problem analysis and decision making
• Ability to work varied shifts

WVMC is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special need or seek accommodation to aid your participation in our hiring process, please contact us at (503) 472-6131