What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist (RRT) PRN position at Northwest Medical Center Sahuarita?
Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Location: Sahuarita, AZ
Schedule: PRN – Nights
About the Role
In this critical role, you will serve as the cardiopulmonary expert at the bedside. You will administer life-saving treatments, manage advanced respiratory equipment, and collaborate closely with physicians and nursing staff to ensure exceptional patient outcomes. If you demonstrate strong clinical judgment in emergencies and value the work-life balance that a PRN schedule offers, we want you on our team.
What You’ll Do
Direct Patient Care & Therapeutics
- Deliver Advanced Care: Administer pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory treatments in accordance with physician orders and hospital protocols.
- Airway & Ventilator Management: Manage ventilator settings and maintain secure airways, ensuring optimal patient comfort, safety, and weaning progression.
- Diagnostic Testing: Perform Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) punctures accurately and report vital results promptly to the care team.
- Patient Education: Orient patients to their treatment modalities, ensuring their understanding and cooperation for successful therapy.
Emergency Response & Clinical Collaboration
- Critical Interventions: Act decisively during emergency situations, utilizing clinical skill and judgment to stabilize patients and initiate appropriate interventions.
- Bedside Assistance: Assist physicians seamlessly with advanced bedside procedures.
- Care Coordination: Communicate effectively with peers, nurses, and leadership to ensure a timely flow of information and continuous follow-up on patient care concerns.
Quality, Safety & Documentation
- Equipment Management: Evaluate, clean, and maintain respiratory therapy equipment to ensure rigorous adherence to safety and infection control standards.
- Accurate Charting: Provide clear, legible, and thorough real-time documentation of all treatments, assessments, and patient responses.
- Tailored Care: Implement age-specific care considerations across all patient populations, adjusting oxygen therapy and interventions accordingly.
What We’re Looking For
Experience
- Preferred: 1–3 years of hands-on respiratory therapy experience in an acute care hospital setting.
Licenses & Certifications (Required)
- Credential: RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist)
- BCLS: Basic Life Support (must be obtained within 30 days of hire)
- ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PALS: Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Note for NICU assignment: NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) and
- S.T.A.B.L.E. certifications are required if you will be working in the NICU department.
Shift
- Nights
Benefits:
- Matching 401(k)
- Opportunities for Career Advancement
- Rewards & Recognition Programs
- Exclusive Discounts and Perks
Why Join Northwest Medical Center Sahuarita?
Working PRN nights allows you to maintain control over your schedule while making a vital impact when our facility needs you most. You will be stepping into a collaborative, patient-first culture that values the specialized expertise Respiratory Therapists bring to the floor.
Apply today to advance your career and make a difference on our night shift team!
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
Experience:
- recent respiratory experience in an acute care setting: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $70,349 - $87,914