Respiratory Therapist (Reg & Cert) - Full-time

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Culture: Be part of a multidisciplinary team built on teamwork, with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

You Belong at Avera: Competitive pay, front-loaded PTO and options for free health insurance, various shifts to fit your lifestyle and opportunities for career growth.

Avera is looking for a Respiratory Therapist to join our Team!

Position Highlights:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) available on Day 1!
• Options for Free Health Insurance!
• Career Growth opportunities!
• Be a part of a rewarding team while providing outstanding care to a variety of patients.
• Gain hands-on experience in healthcare working alongside other healthcare professionals who are passionate about creating a positive impact.

Job Summary

• The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the assessment, treatment, and management, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions affecting the cardiopulmonary system for neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, and adults.
• The individual must demonstrate proficiency in all modalities of respiratory care, which may include, but not limited to oxygen therapy, breathing treatments, airway clearance, blood gases, airway management, non-invasive and invasive ventilator setup and monitoring.

Education and/or Experience

• Required
  • Associates Degree
  • With a certificate in Respiratory Care.
• Preferred Education
  • Bachelors Degree
  • With a certificate in Respiratory Care.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Required
  • Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) with the National Board of Respiratory Care.
  • Current licensure as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of Nebraska.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification within 6 months of hire.
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within 6 months of hire.
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within 6 months of hire.
• Preferred License/Certification
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with the National Board of Respiratory Care.

Work Schedule

• Varied Shifts; 72 hours every 2 weeks
  • 3^rd to 4^th weekend rotation
  • 1 to 3 holidays per year rotation
  • General hours 6:00am-6:30pm
  • On call 1-2 nights a week rotation

Pay

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

• $26.25 - $39.50 per hour

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