Schedule: Day Shift (36 hours/week), with potential overtime to cover staff absences; alternating weekends; no on-call responsibilities; shift times typically from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Additional evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required based on departmental needs.
Location: Great Bend, KS (Facility Address: 514 Cleveland Street)
Salary and Benefits:
Hourly Range: $22.58 – $38.18, based on experience and qualifications
Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, vision insurance; retirement plan options; paid vacation and sick leave
Sign-On Bonus: Available (based on experience)
Relocation Assistance: May be offered to qualified candidates
Key Responsibilities:
Perform routine and emergency bedside medication verifications using Epic systems.
Independently manage patient care in critical care areas once clinical check-offs are completed.
Administer all modes of respiratory therapy across various hospital departments, following established protocols.
Assess patient needs and recommend appropriate therapies in accordance with active RT protocols.
Act as a mentor and resource to students, new staff, and interdisciplinary team members.
Collaborate closely with healthcare teams to develop and modify treatment plans as needed.
Stay current with departmental procedures, evidence-based practices, and evolving technology.
Qualifications:
Required:
Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care or related field
Valid Respiratory Therapist (RT) license from the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC
Basic computer literacy
Preferred:
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Respiratory Care or a related discipline
Additional specialized respiratory therapy education or certifications
Prior experience in clinical instruction or mentorship
At least 6 months of experience in critical care settings
Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Candidate Requirements:
Covid-19 vaccination required or valid declination
Why Join Us?
This role offers an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive environment with professional growth potential. Benefit from competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities to develop advanced skills in critical care. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional patient care and advancing your respiratory therapy career.
For more information or to apply, please contact Kelli Boehm at kelli.boehm@favoritestaffing.com. Note: This position does not require travel or on-call duties and is ideal for licensed professionals eager to make a meaningful impact in patient care within a collaborative hospital setting.
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