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Location: Phoenix, Arizona. Department: Respiratory Therapy – Hospital. Work Shift: Day. Job Category: Clinical Care.
$10,000 Hire-On Incentive
available for Registered Respiratory Therapist with a minimum of 1 year of respiratory experience.
Banner Health is a leading healthcare provider recognized for innovation and patient care. Join Banner University Medical Center‑Phoenix (BUMCP) to serve a diverse community in a nationally recognized medium‑sized tertiary care setting.
Position Summary This position independently provides respiratory care, pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing to patients in a variety of healthcare settings.
Core Functions
Performs all basic modalities of respiratory care as prescribed by physicians and/or licensed independent practitioners in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
Applies and manages mechanical ventilators in collaboration with physicians and/or licensed independent practitioners, recommending adjustments to improve clinical condition, patient comfort and to expedite the weaning process.
Assembles, disassembles, operates, maintains, troubleshoots, cleans and performs adjustments in the applications of durable medical equipment and circuitry used in the delivery of respiratory care as prescribed in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
Performs pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing as prescribed in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
Performs patient assessments and evaluates patient response to care provided, making recommendations to physicians regarding the plan of care, appropriate use of respiratory therapy and modification of therapy as clinical condition changes. Documents therapy provided in an accurate and complete manner in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
Communicates and collaborates with resource staff in formulating care plans, recommendations for change in therapy and identification/resolution of problems.
May supervise department staff.
Independently provides respiratory care, pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing to patients in a variety of health care settings. May be assigned to a variety of areas throughout the system where respiratory care is needed. Internal customers: all levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health‑care team. External customers: physicians and their office staff, payers, community agencies and regulatory agencies.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate or technical degree.
Proof of having passed the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). RRT required for all new hires after October 1, 2015; incumbents must possess RRT by October 1, 2017. Current license in state of practice as required by state law. In Nevada, incumbents must have their Blood Gas Technologist certification.
Banner Registry positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must include working in an acute‑care setting within the past 12 months as an RRT in the specialty area.
Basic Life Support (BLS) required. In a home‑care setting, must possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.
Knowledgeable of clinical techniques, applications and equipment as typically obtained through one year of clinical experience. Possess highly effective human‑relation skills necessary to interface with patients, families, staff and other healthcare personnel.
Employees working for Banner Home Care AZ must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO Statement EEO/Disabled/Veterans. Our organization supports a drug‑free work environment.
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Registered Respiratory Therapist
role at
Banner Health .
Location: Phoenix, Arizona. Department: Respiratory Therapy – Hospital. Work Shift: Day. Job Category: Clinical Care.
$10,000 Hire-On Incentive
available for Registered Respiratory Therapist with a minimum of 1 year of respiratory experience.
Banner Health is a leading healthcare provider recognized for innovation and patient care. Join Banner University Medical Center‑Phoenix (BUMCP) to serve a diverse community in a nationally recognized medium‑sized tertiary care setting.
Position Summary This position independently provides respiratory care, pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing to patients in a variety of healthcare settings.
Core Functions
Performs all basic modalities of respiratory care as prescribed by physicians and/or licensed independent practitioners in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
Applies and manages mechanical ventilators in collaboration with physicians and/or licensed independent practitioners, recommending adjustments to improve clinical condition, patient comfort and to expedite the weaning process.
Assembles, disassembles, operates, maintains, troubleshoots, cleans and performs adjustments in the applications of durable medical equipment and circuitry used in the delivery of respiratory care as prescribed in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
Performs pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing as prescribed in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
Performs patient assessments and evaluates patient response to care provided, making recommendations to physicians regarding the plan of care, appropriate use of respiratory therapy and modification of therapy as clinical condition changes. Documents therapy provided in an accurate and complete manner in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
Communicates and collaborates with resource staff in formulating care plans, recommendations for change in therapy and identification/resolution of problems.
May supervise department staff.
Independently provides respiratory care, pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing to patients in a variety of health care settings. May be assigned to a variety of areas throughout the system where respiratory care is needed. Internal customers: all levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health‑care team. External customers: physicians and their office staff, payers, community agencies and regulatory agencies.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate or technical degree.
Proof of having passed the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). RRT required for all new hires after October 1, 2015; incumbents must possess RRT by October 1, 2017. Current license in state of practice as required by state law. In Nevada, incumbents must have their Blood Gas Technologist certification.
Banner Registry positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must include working in an acute‑care setting within the past 12 months as an RRT in the specialty area.
Basic Life Support (BLS) required. In a home‑care setting, must possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.
Knowledgeable of clinical techniques, applications and equipment as typically obtained through one year of clinical experience. Possess highly effective human‑relation skills necessary to interface with patients, families, staff and other healthcare personnel.
Employees working for Banner Home Care AZ must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO Statement EEO/Disabled/Veterans. Our organization supports a drug‑free work environment.
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