Respiratory Therapist
Company: HCA Healthcare
Location: Caldwell
Posted on: January 26, 2023
Job Description:
Description IntroductionDo you have the career opportunities as
a(an) Respiratory Therapist you want with your current employer? We
have an exciting opportunity for you to join West Valley Medical
Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare
services, HCA Healthcare.BenefitsWest Valley Medical Center, offers
a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and
retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs
include:
- Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services
at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and
behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and
free AirMed medical transportation.
- Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and
disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental
health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital
indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection,
legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet
insurance and more.
- Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
- Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical
and financial wellbeing
- Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder
care resources and consumer discounts
- 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on
years of service)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred
banking partnerships
- Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification
support, dependent scholarships)
- Colleague recognition program
- Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave,
long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits
may vary by location.
Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want
to work as a(an) Respiratory Therapist where your passion for
creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are
dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be
your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!Job
Summary and Qualifications
As a Registered Respiratory Therapist
you will be will be joininga team that is dedicated to serving
others in need and also supporting one another.In this important
role:*You will assess patients and recommend care plans and
treatment regimens.*You will implement and maintain BiPAP/CPAP,
pressure control/high frequency jet ventilation, and mechanical
ventilation for patients as directed.*You will maintain patient
airways by suctioning, positioning, securing endotracheal and
tracheostomy tubes, changing tracheostomy tubes, and intubating in
designated circumstances. *You will obtain blood from arterial and
pulmonary artery catheters and by arteriotomy.*You will provide
cardiopulmonary resuscitation and emergency care to unstable
patients when needed.*You will provide education to students, new
therapists, and other personnel as appropriate.*You will give
excellent care to our neonate, infant, pediatric, adult, and
geriatric patients.Qualifications:
- Graduate of Respiratory Care program accredited by the
Committee on Accreditation of Respiratory Care Education
(CoARC).
- Maintain 10 hours of continuing education per year.
- Current Idaho Respiratory Therapy license.
- NBRC CRT eligible for RRT.
- OR NBRC CRT with 3+ years of experience required unless NBRC
RRT.
- Certification through NBRC as RRT preferred
- American Red Cross or American Heart Association Basic Life
Support Course (BLS or BCLS) certification.
- American Red Cross or American Heart Association Advanced Life
Support Course (ALS or ACLS) and Certification within 6 months of
hire and NRP if core NICU.
- American Red Cross or American Heart Association Pediatric
Advanced Life Support (PALS) Course and Certification within 6
months of hire.
- NRP and STABLE Certifications.
- This role requires you to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19
based on local, state and /or federal law or regulations (unless a
medical or religious exemption is approved).West Valley Medical
Center(WVMC) provides a small-town, friendly environment with a
big-city commitment to high-quality patient care. Located
inCaldwell, Idaho, this150 plus bed facilitycomes nationally
accredited. We have consistently been awarded for performance and
clinical outcomes. The WVMC team is comprised of800 employees and
volunteers. Our three-story hospital has several off-site community
clinics. In 2017 WVMC was named among the Top 100 Hospitals for the
fourth consecutive year.Located withinThe Treasure of the Valley,
WVMC stands as a pillar of excellence for our friendly community.
Caldwell offers a family-friendly culture with walking paths,
recreational parks, two golf courses, the Boise River as well as a
short commute to Boise and countless outdoor adventures.We are part
of the HCA Healthcare network - which includes more than 300
affiliate facilities across the nation - offering our colleagues
the opportunity for travel and relocation. HCA Healthcare and West
Valley Medical Center are all about caring for people, and that
care extends to patients, families and our colleagues HCA
Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical
Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In
recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in
cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and
other uncompensated expenses.
"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas
Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-FounderIf you are looking for an opportunity that
provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to
apply for our Respiratory Therapist opening. We promptly review all
applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for
interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!We are an
equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We
do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national
origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran
status, or disability status.
Keywords: HCA Healthcare, Caldwell , Respiratory Therapist, Healthcare , Caldwell, Idaho
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