Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist

• AdventHealth Shawnee Mission

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Vision, Medical & Dental Benefits from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Received Magnet recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center in January 2019

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: M-F 8am-4:30pm

Shift : Full Time Days; 40 hours a week

Location: Gateway Medical Building

7450 Kessler Street

• Suite 204 Shawnee Mission, KS 66204

The community you'll be caring for:

At AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, formerly Shawnee Mission Medical Center, you're more than just a number on a chart. You're a whole person, who functions best when physically, emotionally, and spiritually fit. Find whole-person care, dedicated teams and staff, and a wide variety of medical services, all at our hospital in Shawnee Mission, Kansas.

The role you'll contribute:

The Respiratory Therapist provides direct respiratory care to patients in all areas of the clinic. Is knowledgeable in providing and evaluating the routine modes of respiratory care. Responsible for the effective and optimal administration of modalities based upon assessment and evaluation. Provides recommendations and/or changes to care based on patient's current status.

The value you'll bring to the team:

• Ability to educate patients on pulmonary topics including respiratory medications, nebulizers, non-invasive ventilation, home secretion clearance vests, home oxygen, CPAP/BIPAP use and troubleshooting, and respiratory disease processes.+ Enter orders for and perform chest x-rays as needed.+ Perform respiratory care procedures according to physician orders, department policy/procedure, and patient care plan; including pulmonary function tests, six-minute walk tests, and spirometry.
• Ability to educate patients on pulmonary topics including respiratory medications, nebulizers, non-invasive ventilation, home secretion clearance vests, home oxygen, CPAP/BIPAP use and troubleshooting, and respiratory disease processes.

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:

• Associate's Degree or Graduate of a Technical School
• Up to 1 Year of Experience
• Kansas Respiratory Therapist License
• BCLS obtained through the American Heart Association

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Respiratory Services

Organization: AdventHealth Shawnee Mission

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 24033221

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.