Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Nights Job at DHA - Valley Regional Hospital, Claremont, NH

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  • DHA - Valley Regional Hospital
  • Claremont, NH

Job Description

Are you ready to join a staff of like-minded professionals that strive to provide compassionate, affordable, high-quality care in our community?

At Valley Regional Hospital, patients are the center of our coordinated care system and right now we have an opening for a Respiratory Therapist to join our team.

The primary responsibility of the Respiratory Therapist is:

  • Maintains knowledge of the various methods of oxygen delivery, including the necessary equipment. Remains alert, assesses possible side effects to oxygen delivery.
  • Sets-up and monitors mechanical ventilators and the associated critical care duties required for such treatment, such as airway management and tracheal suctioning.
  • Performs arterial punctures to obtain arterial blood samples for blood gas analysis, and understands the possible complications and contraindications associated with the procedure.
  • Performs EKGs, types report interpretations, sends reports to physicians who request them and files reports in department, according to department procedures.
  • Follows the five (5) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors.
  • Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs of a patient and evaluates the effectiveness of learning. The patient's family is included in teaching as appropriate.
  • Treat patients and their families with respect and dignity. Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients' needs are met and that hospital policy is followed.

Qualifications:

  • Current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure.
  • Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
  • Successful completion of Neonatal Resuscitation certificate.
  • Three (3) or more years of previous experience in all aspects of cardiopulmonary services
  • High integrity, able to follow procedures

Start your application now; we can’t wait to talk to you.

VRH employees enjoy a low-cost comprehensive benefits program with highlights below:

  • Free medical and dental plan options
  • Vision insurance
  • Retirement (403b) with match
  • Healthcare Reimbursement Account with employer contribution
  • Short Term Disability / Life insurance covered by VRH
  • Robust ETO accrual with an optional annual cash out
  • Onsite wellness initiatives include reimbursements
  • Educational Reimbursement

Valley Regional is an equal-opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Job Tags

Temporary work, Night shift,

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