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Respiratory Therapist

  • 115305
  • The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus
  • Topeka, Kansas
  • Full-Time Regular
  • Evening
  • 11am - 11pm

Job Description

Overview

Join our team as an evening shift, full-time, Respiratory Therapist in Topeka, KS. 

 

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: 

  • The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.

Responsibilities

  • The Registered Respiratory Therapist performs respiratory care interventions in accordance with the standards established by the American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC) Clinical Practice Guidelines, Kansas State Board of Healing Arts, and Respiratory Care Department Policy.
  • Under the supervision of the Director/Supervisor and upon a physician's order, the Registered Respiratory Therapist assesses the cardiopulmonary status of patients of all ages (neonate through geriatric) and provides care which includes assessment, treatment, control diagnostic evaluation of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system.
  • Consults with physicians for orders of patient care.
  • Provides consultation, instruction and/or technical direction of medical, nursing, and other staff members.

Qualifications

Job Requirements: 

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by the National Board for Respiratory Care
  • RRT Licensure by the Kansas Board of Healing Arts
  • Associate Degree Graduate of an Accredited Respiratory Care program.
  • One-year Clinical Experience.
  • Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS).

Preferred Job Requirements: 

  • Certified in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
  • Certified in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
  • Certified in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).
  • Critical Care experience in a hospital setting is a plus.
  • Positive, caring and customer-service-oriented attitude.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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