Certified Respiratory Therapist CRTT

Introduction

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours
volunteering in our communities. As a(an) Certified Respiratory Therapist CRTT
with Las Palmas Medical Center you can be a part of an organization that is
devoted to giving back!

Benefits

Las Palmas 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 free 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.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance 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)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits
_Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location._
Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider
dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the Las Palmas
Medical Center family! We will give you the tools and resources you need to
succeed in our organization. We are looking for an enthusiastic Certified
Respiratory Therapist CRTT to help us reach our goals. Unlock your potential!

Job Summary and Qualifications

POSITION SUMMARY:
Knowledge of patient responses to medication, side effects and proper dosages
used in respiratory therapy. Able to communicate effectively with physicians,
patient, nursing and other allied health practitioners, other managers, the
public and administration. Ability to teach/instruct, assess and reassess
others as needed. Recognizes and reports patient abuse and neglect. Basic
knowledge of dynamic and static pulmonary function values and knowledge of
generally accepted practices in respiratory care as prescribed by the
physician for all age groups. Demonstrates knowledge in the delivery, setup
and maintenance of respiratory therapy equipment based on routine and non-
routine applications. Performs patient assessment and recommend appropriate
therapeutic and diagnostic modalities per department protocols. Responsible
for establishing and assisting with maintenance of arterial lines.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Uses knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and emergency procedures to provide safe and effective respiratory care.
• Maintains infection control techniques at all times.
• Assists in providing inservices for peers and staff at least four times a year and as assigned
• Practices, develops and endorses customer service skills in relationships with internal and external customers
• Participate in Quality Improvement activities as assigned
• Implements Access and Treatment protocols

# What qualifications you will need:

* Basic Cardiac Life Support

• Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT)
• State Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician
• Associate Degree, or Vocational School Graduate

PREFERRED EDUCATION, LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE
AND ABILITIES

• Current ACLS, PALS, and NRP provider preferred.
• 1-year experience in critical care, including but not limited to ER, ICU/CCU, PICU, and/or SCN (ICN).
• Knowledge and skilled in the use of personal computers and/or healthcare information technology.
• Knowledge of JCAHO and CAP/CLIA standards.
• S.T.A.B.L.E.
• Clinical experience in an acute care or rehabilitation setting.

Las Palmas Medical Center is a 300+ bed full-service hospital in El
Paso. It is home to the region’s only kidney transplant center. The
facility offers a range of services including emergency care with a Level
III trauma center , cardiac care, women’s services, pediatric care and NICU,
cancer care, and more. Las Palmas Medical Center is part of Las Palmas Del Sol
Healthcare. We are a leading healthcare provider for El Paso and the
surrounding region that is part of HCA Healthcare.
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.
> “There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do
> it.”- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
> HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing
applications for our Certified Respiratory Therapist CRTT opening. Qualified
candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help
us raise the bar in patient care!
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.
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