Respiratory Therapist - Shawnee Mission, United States - Saint Luke's Health System

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Job Description Saint Luke's South in Overland Park is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to join our Respiratory Therapy team.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to support adult ICU, Medical Surgical, ED, Surgery, OB, and the Code Blue Team.

You will perform all aspects of the scope of practice of a respiratory therapist and cardiopulmonary practice, where applicable. Our Respiratory Therapy team is known for taking pride in their work and for having a culture of kindness.

This position supports system, facility, and department growth and quality through participation in performance improvement activities, continuing education, and professional growth and development activities along with other duties as assigned.

Shift Details : 3-12 hour shifts; 6:00pm - 6:30am Responsibilities : Performs diagnostic and metabolic testing Patient assessment treatment planning Performs therapeutic interventions analysis and reports on clinical response Works in collaboration with medical staff and other members of the health care team to support efficient cost effective and quality patient and family care Provides patient and family education, along with discharge planningTo be successful in this role, you will need to be able to work effectively and collaboratively with nursing, physicians and other team members.

This position requires strong communication and organizational skills so you can build patient rapport easily. We are looking for someone who is passionate about patient care, teamwork, continuous learning and growing within your field.

Why Saint Luke's? We believe in creating a collaborative environment, while looking for innovative ways to improve.

We offer competitive salaries and benefits packages to all eligible employees:
Medical health plans Tuition reimbursement Leave of Absence, PTO, Extended Sick Leave, and various Welfare plans Retirement contributions Employee Assistance ProgramRRT required within one year of hire


Job Requirements Applicable Experience:

2 yearsBasic Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross, License-Respiratory Therapy - Various, Reg Respiratory Therapist (NBRC) - The National Board for Respiratory CareAssociate Degree - Respiratory Therapy Job Details Full TimeNight (United States of America) _The best place to get care.

The best place to give care_ . Saint Luke's 12,000 employees strive toward that vision every day. Our employees are proud to work for the only faith-based, nonprofit, locally owned health system in Kansas City. Joining Saint Luke's means joining a team of exceptional professionals who strive for excellence in patient care. Do the best work of your career within a highly diverse and inclusive workspace where all voices matter. Join the Kansas City region's premiere provider of health services. Equal Opportunity Employer.


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