Respiratory Therapist, RRT PRN

Who We Are

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Willamette Valley Medical Center is a 60-bed acute-care full-service facility fully accredited by The Joint Commission and certified as an accredited Chest Pain Center by ACC Accreditation Services the accrediting arm of the American College of Cardiology. We also provide a host of other services including the Joint Replacement Institute a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient Surgical Services a Family Birthing Center Endoscopy Cardiac Catheterization Lab Cardio Pulmonary Services Therapy Services and Oncology services through H.R. Hoover MD Cancer Center.

Where We Are

McMinnville Oregon is located amid the rolling vineyards of the Willamette Valley midway between Portland and the coast in Yamhill addition to the natural beauty and historic charm McMinnville is a city where you can experience award-winning restaurants a world-class aviation museum unique art galleries beautiful public parks and fun-filled community events. We invite you to explore our community through these local sites.

Position Summary

Examines and treats patients with breathing-related conditions performs diagnostic testing and collaborates with physicians to develop and implement treatment plans. Provides patient education on therapies and medication use; performs physiotherapy and related treatments. Reports to the Director or Manager of Department.

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer; may perform bedside PFTs EKGs and tobacco-cessation education as ordered.
• Delivers ordered respiratory therapies; monitors records and communicates patient condition and response to treatment.
• Responds to codes and emergent calls; assesses patient condition and provides appropriate interventions.
• Evaluates and contributes to respiratory care policies and procedures based on outcomes research and best practices.
• Educates patients and families on illness treatments device use and community resources.
• Monitors receives stocks and distributes respiratory supplies and medical gas cylinders; maintains storage areas and equipment readiness.
• Disassembles cleans sterilizes performs preventive maintenance and calibrates respiratory equipment.
• Performs all responsibilities as needed to fulfill required service levels.
• Participates in performance improvement and required education.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What were looking for:

• Education: Bachelors Degree in Respiratory Therapy
• License: Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license in state of practice
• Certifications: BCLS

What we offer

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

EEOC Statement:

Willamette Valley Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color race sex age religion national origin disability genetic information gender identity sexual orientation veterans status or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law.