Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Respiratory Therapist

Sitka, AK 99835In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Graduation from an approved school of Respiratory Therapy.
  • Credentialed as a Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist by the NBRC.
  • Current Respiratory Therapy license from any state.
  • Certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within 3 months of hire.
  • Clinical and High Risk Competencies required within 3 months and recurrent as specified.
  • Two years of experience as a Certified Respiratory Therapist preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Administer respiratory treatments and evaluate their effectiveness for patients of all ages.
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals to interpret pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gases.
  • Instruct patients on using respiratory therapy equipment and inhalation therapies.
  • Maintain and care for respiratory treatment equipment and perform pulmonary function testing.
  • Perform other assigned duties as needed.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth in a supportive team environment.
  • Engagement in a vibrant and dynamic workplace culture.
  • Hands-on involvement with diverse patient demographics, enhancing professional experience.
Full Job Description
Pay Range:$36.46 - $51.29 Provides respiratory therapy modalities per protocol and those ordered by physicians to improve the cardiopulmonary conditions of patients from neonatal to geriatric ages. Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job • Participates in the assessment, administration, and evaluation of respiratory therapy treatments, pulmonary function testing, performs extubations, airway management and ventilatory life support to critical adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients • Participates with other health care professionals in obtaining, interpreting and evaluating pulmonary function tests, arterial blood gases, airway management and respiratory treatments • Provides instruction to patients in the use of respiratory therapy equipment, inhalation gases and other therapies related to the treatment of respiratory diseases and/or the promotion of respiratory wellness Other Functions • Responsible for the cleaning, care and maintenance of all equipment used in the delivery of respiratory treatments and pulmonary function testing • Other duties as assigned Supervisory Responsibilities • This position does not require supervisory responsibilities. Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required • Equivalent to graduation from high school and successful completion of an approved school of Respiratory Therapy. • Credentialed by the NBRC as a Certified Respiratory Therapist or Registered Respiratory Therapist at time of hire. • Respiratory Therapy license from any state • High school diploma or GED • Basic Life Support • ACLS & PALS required within 3 months of hire • Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years • High Risk Competency required within 3 months of hire and every year Experience Required • Two years’ experience as a certified Respiratory Therapist preferred. Knowledge of • Respiratory care modalities for adults, pediatrics, and neonatal patients Skills in • Use of mechanical ventilators skillfully and offers alternative solutions; cardiopulmonary resuscitation Ability to • Accurately interpret arterial blood gases; use of mechanical ventilators; work alone/unsupervised • Work under adverse conditions such as communicable infectious diseases Travel Required • Up to 25% travel expected. Required Certifications: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Certified Respiratory Therapist - National Board for Respiratory Care, Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC, High Risk Competency - SEARHC, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association, Respiratory Therapist License - State of Alaska If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! 

About Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) is a non-profit healthcare organization that provides medical services to communities in Southeast Alaska. The organization operates hospitals, clinics, and other medical facilities across the region, offering a range of services, including primary care, behavioral health, and dental care. SEARHC serves a population of around 30,000 people across 18 communities in Southeast Alaska. The organization was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Juneau, Alaska.
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