South Peninsula Hospital
Respiratory Therapist Polysomnographer
South Peninsula Hospital, Homer, Alaska, United States, 99603
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Location
4300 Bartlett St, Homer, AK, 99603, United States
Base Pay
$40.25 / Year
Job Category
Professional
Employee Type
Active - Full-Time
Description
Join a collaborative healthcare team where your specialized expertise in both respiratory therapy and sleep studies will be vital in improving patient outcomes. Advance your career in this dual-role while serving a diverse patient population in a beautiful Alaskan hospital setting.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Community-Centric: Pairing small town values with industry-leading standards, South Peninsula Hospital values and invests in our staff and deeply cares about our patients. Benefits: South Peninsula Hospital provides a competitive salary and industry-leading benefits, including Health/Dental/Vision Insurance with up to a $2000 HRA and generous PTO. Loan forgiveness and tuition reimbursement programs are available.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Administer respiratory treatments, medications, and life support to patients. Perform diagnostic tests for pulmonary and cardiovascular conditions. Conduct and score sleep studies (polysomnography) and provide immediate analysis when needed. Document care accurately and communicate effectively with healthcare teams. Comply with all hospital protocols, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) with one of the following: o
RRT-RPSGT (Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists), or o
RRT/CRT-SDS (Sleep Disorders Specialist through NBRC). Minimum of one year of experience in both respiratory therapy and sleep studies. Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP. Strong skills in reading and interpreting clinical data, professional literature, and technical procedures. Capable of writing detailed reports and procedural documentation. Ability to effectively communicate and present information to diverse groups including patients, families, and clinical teams. Proficient in clinical math and capable of solving technical problems in varied situations. Physical requirement: Must be able to lift 35 pounds and perform moderate walking, standing, and sitting.
ENVIRONMENT:
This position is located at South Peninsula Hospital, a 22-bed acute care facility with a 28-bed long-term care unit in Homer, Alaska. Clinical settings include ICU, ER, Family Birthing Center, and observation and medical-surgical units. The facility is clean, supportive, and team-oriented. Work involves variable hours and occasional night shifts for sleep studies. You may be exposed to infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, and other occupational hazards such as needle sticks, caustic chemicals, and moving mechanical parts. While most work is conducted indoors in a moderate-noise environment, staff may occasionally be exposed to radiation, airborne particles, and electrical shock risks.
Additional Information FTE 0.9 Position type Union Shift Type Variable
Work, play, and live in beautiful Homer, Alaska, on stunning Kachemak Bay! Wonderful quality of life in Homer – friendly people, quality public schools, comprehensive health and wellness care, a vibrant art community, amazing restaurants and world class recreational opportunities – hiking, fishing (salmon, halibut and more!), kayaking, boating, sightseeing and much more!
South Peninsula Hospital (SPH) is the healthcare provider of choice, with a dynamic and dedicated team committed to service excellence. SPH has been three times named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital out of more than 1,300 critical access hospitals nationwide, based on the iVantage Health Analytic's Hospital Strength survey.
SPH, located in the heart of Homer, Alaska, is a 22-bed Acute Care, 9-bed Emergency Department, 3 room Labor and Delivery, critical access hospital with an attached 28-bed Long Term Care facility. Our staff of over 500 uses state-of-the art technology and equipment to provide services to our rural community of over 15,000 residents. Homer is located on the Kenai Peninsula, and about a four hour drive to Anchorage.
We offer excellent benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, $2,000 annual Health Reimbursement Account, 403b retirement plan, $500 annual Health & Wellness reimbursement, generous paid time off/vacation time, student loan assistance, tuition reimbursement, and a relocation bonus!
Apply today at
https://jobs.sphosp.org/jobs . If you have any questions, please call our Human Resources Department at 907-235-0950 or email
jobs@sphosp.org .
Join a collaborative healthcare team where your specialized expertise in both respiratory therapy and sleep studies will be vital in improving patient outcomes. Advance your career in this dual-role while serving a diverse patient population in a beautiful Alaskan hospital setting.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Community-Centric: Pairing small town values with industry-leading standards, South Peninsula Hospital values and invests in our staff and deeply cares about our patients. Benefits: South Peninsula Hospital provides a competitive salary and industry-leading benefits, including Health/Dental/Vision Insurance with up to a $2000 HRA and generous PTO. Loan forgiveness and tuition reimbursement programs are available.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Administer respiratory treatments, medications, and life support to patients. Perform diagnostic tests for pulmonary and cardiovascular conditions. Conduct and score sleep studies (polysomnography) and provide immediate analysis when needed. Document care accurately and communicate effectively with healthcare teams. Comply with all hospital protocols, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) with one of the following: o
RRT-RPSGT (Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists), or o
RRT/CRT-SDS (Sleep Disorders Specialist through NBRC). Minimum of one year of experience in both respiratory therapy and sleep studies. Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP. Strong skills in reading and interpreting clinical data, professional literature, and technical procedures. Capable of writing detailed reports and procedural documentation. Ability to effectively communicate and present information to diverse groups including patients, families, and clinical teams. Proficient in clinical math and capable of solving technical problems in varied situations. Physical requirement: Must be able to lift 35 pounds and perform moderate walking, standing, and sitting.
ENVIRONMENT:
This position is located at South Peninsula Hospital, a 22-bed acute care facility with a 28-bed long-term care unit in Homer, Alaska. Clinical settings include ICU, ER, Family Birthing Center, and observation and medical-surgical units. The facility is clean, supportive, and team-oriented. Work involves variable hours and occasional night shifts for sleep studies. You may be exposed to infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, and other occupational hazards such as needle sticks, caustic chemicals, and moving mechanical parts. While most work is conducted indoors in a moderate-noise environment, staff may occasionally be exposed to radiation, airborne particles, and electrical shock risks.
Additional Information FTE 0.9 Position type Union Shift Type Variable
Work, play, and live in beautiful Homer, Alaska, on stunning Kachemak Bay! Wonderful quality of life in Homer – friendly people, quality public schools, comprehensive health and wellness care, a vibrant art community, amazing restaurants and world class recreational opportunities – hiking, fishing (salmon, halibut and more!), kayaking, boating, sightseeing and much more!
South Peninsula Hospital (SPH) is the healthcare provider of choice, with a dynamic and dedicated team committed to service excellence. SPH has been three times named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital out of more than 1,300 critical access hospitals nationwide, based on the iVantage Health Analytic's Hospital Strength survey.
SPH, located in the heart of Homer, Alaska, is a 22-bed Acute Care, 9-bed Emergency Department, 3 room Labor and Delivery, critical access hospital with an attached 28-bed Long Term Care facility. Our staff of over 500 uses state-of-the art technology and equipment to provide services to our rural community of over 15,000 residents. Homer is located on the Kenai Peninsula, and about a four hour drive to Anchorage.
We offer excellent benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, $2,000 annual Health Reimbursement Account, 403b retirement plan, $500 annual Health & Wellness reimbursement, generous paid time off/vacation time, student loan assistance, tuition reimbursement, and a relocation bonus!
Apply today at
https://jobs.sphosp.org/jobs . If you have any questions, please call our Human Resources Department at 907-235-0950 or email
jobs@sphosp.org .