What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Respiratory Therapist/ RRT position at Lovelace Westside Hospital?
Overview
Join our team as a day shift, part-time, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Albuquerque, NM.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
- Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
- People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
- Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team:
- Lovelace Westside Hospital provides care to Albuquerque’s Westside and Rio Rancho, including a 24-hour emergency department and a wide range of inpatient and outpatient surgical capabilities such as Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT), bariatric, and orthopedic service lines.
Responsibilities
Coordinates the safe delivery, appropriate and effective respiratory treatment to critical and non-critical patients in accordance with current standards of practice, physicians’ orders, staffing levels and organizational policies. Adheres to policy, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
- Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Program. Related experience may be substituted for related education.
- Current NM Respiratory Care License.
- Basic Life Saving Certified
Preferred Job Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- One (1) year of related experience.
- AARC Membership.
- National Specialty Certification.
- PALS, NRP, or ACLS may be required by the facility/department.