Respiratory Therapist

Flexible Scheduling- Let us know what you are looking for and we will discuss if we can make that schedule work! Full-time Part-time and Weekend Package Shifts!

Full-time positions eligible for $20000 sign on bonus!

**Are you a current Respiratory student Learn more about our student stipend program: UPH Career Launch.**

Wereseekinga Respiratory Therapist to join our team! In this roleyoullprovideexpert respiratory care to a diverse patient populationacross inpatient and outpatient settings rangingfrom neonates to adults.Youlloptimizepatient outcomes by deliveringsafe efficient and compassionate respiratory therapies and diagnostic testingbycollaborating with healthcare teams.

At UnityPoint Health you matter. Were proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Beckers Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities no matter what life stage youre in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off parental leave 401K matching and an employee recognition program.

• Dental and health insurance paid holidays short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

• Assess respiratory status through exams andmedicalrecordreview providingappropriate careacross neonatal to adult populations.
• Administer respiratory therapies including medical gas delivery nebulization chest physiotherapy airway management and invasive/noninvasive ventilation.
• Perform diagnostic procedures such as ABG collection/analysis pulmonary function testing and pulse oximetry.
• Monitor patient responses to therapy adjust treatments as needed and escalate concerns to the care team.
• Manage artificial airways troubleshoot respiratory equipment andmaintainsafe effective operation of all devices.
• Participate in medical emergency response teams andassistwith internal patient transport.
• Document all assessments treatments and patient responses accurately in the EMR and communicate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Set up clean andmaintainrespiratory equipment; mentor students andnew staff; and contribute toqualityimprovementand safety initiatives.

Education:

• Associate or bachelors degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited program is
• Graduate of aCoARCapproved Respiratory Care program is

Experience:

• None

License(s)/Certification(s):

• Must have CRT credential and be actively pursuing a RRT credential. All employees will have 6 months from date of hire to obtain RRT credential. If testing attempted but not passed by the 6-month deadline therapist may remain employed provided they provide proof of re-attempt of test every 3 months. Employees who fail to pass necessary testing within a 2-year time frame will fail to meet this requirement.

• Must have current licensure in good standing to practice as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in Iowa

• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire.

• If main specialization is to cover a critical care unit must have ACLS PALS or NRP Certification (within 1 years of hire).

• Valid drivers license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

• If specializing in one of the critical care units prefer Adult Critical Care Specialist (ACCS) and/or Neonatal-Pediatric Specialty (NPS) credentials.