Northwest Healthcare Tucson
Respiratory Therapist – RRT at Northwest Healthcare Tucson
Job Summary The Respiratory Therapist – RRT administers pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures, follows physician orders, performs assessments, monitors patient responses, and implements treatment plans to promote effective respiratory care, disease prevention, and rehabilitation. They ensure accurate documentation, maintain patient safety, and collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality patient care under the direction of ordering physicians and established policies.
Essential Functions
Administers advanced respiratory treatments, performs assessments, and monitors patient responses to ensure effective care.
Orients patients to treatment modality prior to procedure to facilitate cooperation and successful completion.
Performs and documents arterial blood gas punctures accurately, reporting results promptly.
Assists physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
Performs testing procedures, such as pulmonary testing procedures, as assigned.
Follows respiratory protocols, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines and regulatory standards during all procedures.
Communicates effectively with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, ensuring timely information flow and follow-up on patient care concerns.
Evaluates and maintains respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring proper functioning, cleanliness, and adherence to safety standards.
Accurately implements written or verbal physician orders, ensuring compliance with established respiratory care procedures.
Provides clear, legible, and thorough documentation of all respiratory treatments, assessments, and patient responses, maintaining compliance with policies.
Ensures proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and patient identification techniques to maintain safety and compliance with infection control standards.
Manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance, ensuring optimal patient comfort and safety during respiratory support.
Demonstrates skill and judgment in emergency situations, initiating appropriate interventions and collaborating with healthcare teams to stabilize patients.
Implements age‑specific care considerations for oxygen therapy, tailoring treatment to meet patient needs across all populations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
1–3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Proficient in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.
Strong communication skills for effective interaction with healthcare teams, patients, and families.
Skilled in patient assessment, ventilator management, and airway maintenance.
Competent in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.
Knowledge of regulatory standards, safety protocols, and infection control measures.
Commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to regulatory standards.
Licenses and Certifications
RRT – Registered Respiratory Therapist required.
BCLS – Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire required.
ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support required.PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support required.
NRP – Neonatal Resuscitation if working in the NICU Department required.
STABLE – Neonatal Certification if working in the NICU Department required.
State Specific Requirements
Georgia: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required. Successful completion of assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire required.
Other Information Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for an employer. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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Job Summary The Respiratory Therapist – RRT administers pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures, follows physician orders, performs assessments, monitors patient responses, and implements treatment plans to promote effective respiratory care, disease prevention, and rehabilitation. They ensure accurate documentation, maintain patient safety, and collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality patient care under the direction of ordering physicians and established policies.
Essential Functions
Administers advanced respiratory treatments, performs assessments, and monitors patient responses to ensure effective care.
Orients patients to treatment modality prior to procedure to facilitate cooperation and successful completion.
Performs and documents arterial blood gas punctures accurately, reporting results promptly.
Assists physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
Performs testing procedures, such as pulmonary testing procedures, as assigned.
Follows respiratory protocols, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines and regulatory standards during all procedures.
Communicates effectively with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, ensuring timely information flow and follow-up on patient care concerns.
Evaluates and maintains respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring proper functioning, cleanliness, and adherence to safety standards.
Accurately implements written or verbal physician orders, ensuring compliance with established respiratory care procedures.
Provides clear, legible, and thorough documentation of all respiratory treatments, assessments, and patient responses, maintaining compliance with policies.
Ensures proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and patient identification techniques to maintain safety and compliance with infection control standards.
Manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance, ensuring optimal patient comfort and safety during respiratory support.
Demonstrates skill and judgment in emergency situations, initiating appropriate interventions and collaborating with healthcare teams to stabilize patients.
Implements age‑specific care considerations for oxygen therapy, tailoring treatment to meet patient needs across all populations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
1–3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Proficient in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.
Strong communication skills for effective interaction with healthcare teams, patients, and families.
Skilled in patient assessment, ventilator management, and airway maintenance.
Competent in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.
Knowledge of regulatory standards, safety protocols, and infection control measures.
Commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to regulatory standards.
Licenses and Certifications
RRT – Registered Respiratory Therapist required.
BCLS – Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire required.
ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support required.PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support required.
NRP – Neonatal Resuscitation if working in the NICU Department required.
STABLE – Neonatal Certification if working in the NICU Department required.
State Specific Requirements
Georgia: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required. Successful completion of assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire required.
Other Information Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for an employer. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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