Respiratory Therapist

• Perform patient assessments to deliver targeted inhalant treatments
• Administer medical gases including oxygen, heliox, and nitric oxide while monitoring patients
• Manage Mechanical ventilation and monitor patients using BiPAP and CPAP
• Perform and instruct patients in Chest physical therapies to improve airway clearance and lung function
• Conduct diagnostic testing, including pulmonary function tests (PFTs), electrocardiograms (EKGs), and arterial blood gas (ABG) draws and analysis
• Fit and instruct patients on the use of Holter and Event monitors for continuous cardiac monitoring
• Provide essential respiratory support as part of the C-Section and Trauma teams during emergency situations

• Unencumbered National Board of Respiratory Care Registered or Certified Respiratory Therapy Credential
• Respiratory Therapist licensure, Oregon Health Authority
• BLS, ACLS required and NRP and PALS preferred
• Dedication to good interpersonal communication skills with co-workers and patients
• Perform tactfully and effectively with physicians and other hospital employees
• Ability to interact professionally and compassionately with patients and their families
• Skilled at setting priorities and maintaining a calm demeanor while working in a fast-paced atmosphere of conflicting demands
• Self-motivated and willing to accept a variety of patient care assignments
• Possess a broad range of skills, including assessment, communication, leadership, and critical thinking skills
• Can work variable hours, days or nights

NRP and PALS preferred

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
• PTO and holiday pay
• Employee Referral Program
• 401(k) Retirement
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Bilingual Pay Differential for eligible positions
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness for eligible positions
• Tuition Assistance for eligible positions