Campus Pride Jobs

Mobile Campus Pride Logo

Job Information

Avera Respiratory Therapist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Location:

Sioux Falls, SD

Worker Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends/holidays (United States of America)

Avera Heart Hospital, isn't just a place to work, it's a family. Our 650 employees are what make the difference in our care and why we are one of the only few hospitals out of 4,000 nationwide to achieve a double 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS). Be apart of something great!

Position Highlights

Position Summary:

Responsible to set up and operate various types of respiratory care equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiopulmonary diseases as ordered by physicians. As a member of the patient-focused care team, the respiratory therapist works collaboratively with other members to assure the safe and accurate delivery of care, maintaining the patient’s confidentiality at all times. In addition, the respiratory therapist performs a range of technical procedures related to cardiopulmonary hemodynamics to comprehensively serve patient needs. Assumes, under the direction of the Laboratory, responsibility for patient specimen testing, quality control, quality improvement, and equipment maintenance.

Work Schedule:

40 hours/2 week pay period. Rotating days, nights, weekends, & holiday

Education/Experience:

Graduate of a program recognized by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). Minimum of CRT certification requirements. Minimum of 2 years acute care experience is preferred.

Licensure/Certification:

Respiratory Therapists are required to have the current state license. Current BLS training required and ACLS certification required within twelve months of employment.

At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.

The policy of Avera to provide opportunities for all qualified employees or applicants without regard to disability and to provide reasonable accommodations for all employees or applicants who may be disabled. Avera is committed to ensuring compliance in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act. For assistance, please contact HR Now at 605-504-4444.

Additional Notices:

For TTY, dial 711

Avera is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

DirectEmployers