Job Description

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Day Shift PURPOSE
Respiratory Therapist treat people with breathing or cardiopulmonary problems from new babies to elderly patients. We focus on educating our patients with proper technique on taking breathing treatments, inspiratory muscle training, and also help in diagnosing and treating lung diseases.

ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assess and provide care for all segments of the patient population served by our organization.
2. Administer all therapies ordered by the providers and to complete any necessary documentation of said therapy.
3. Perform any diagnostic testing offered by the department.
4. Perform Quality and Proficiency testing in accordance with department policy.
5. Respond to both patient care emergency situations and the hospital’s emergency action plan.
6. Complete inspection, maintenance, and restocking of supplies and equipment.
7. Other duties as assigned by management.

Employment Type:

• PRN ; .001 FTE

Shift Schedule:

• Day Shift

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Relocation package offered
• Eligible for generous Night Shift Differential

We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:

• Wellness programs
• Education reimbursement
• Personalized health insurance plans including dental and vision
• Paid time off
• Long- and short-term leave
• Retirement planning
• Life insurance coverage

GENERAL SUMMARY:

A Respiratory Therapist performs patient assessment, evaluation for appropriate therapy, administration of therapy, consultation with other health care providers, diagnostic testing, implementation and troubleshooting of equipment and monitoring of patient. These services are provided as appropriate for patient age to include neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric adult.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs inhaled medication therapy, arterial puncture, blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, chest physiotherapy, oxygen therapy, helium-oxygen therapy, carbon dioxide-oxygen therapy, nitric oxide-oxygen therapy, CPAP therapy, BIPAP therapy, bland aerosol therapy, PEP therapy, high-frequency oscillator therapy, and ventilatory support modalities as ordered by physician.
• Participates in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, assists or performs intubation, manages artificial airway, and transport of patients requiring ventilatory support.
• Assembles, manipulates, and troubleshoots Respiratory Care equipment including mechanical ventilators, pulse oximeters, capnometers, aerosol generators, medical gas delivery systems, humidification systems, and mechanical percussors.
• Interprets diagnostic results for feasibility and reports results, to include blood or other body fluid analysis by blood gas analyzer and co-oximeter, pulmonary function screening, pulmonary mechanics studies, end-tidal C02, and pulse oximetry.
• Performs record keeping, billing and medical record documentation functions.
• Provides patient instruction in the use of Respiratory Care devices and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certificate of completion from an accredited Respiratory Care Program by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educational Programs (CAAHEP).
• Credential by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• State of Iowa Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.

MercyOne Central Iowa sets the standard for personalized and radically convenient care in the Des Moines metro area and surrounding counties. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa’s largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwest’s largest referral centers.

With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 1,500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest employers.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.