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Salina Regional Health Center

RESPIRATORY THERAPIST RRT

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Salina, KS (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/25/2026

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What they do

A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.

$67,315 / year median in Kansas

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for independently performing respiratory care procedures which requires the ability to interpret physician orders, assess patient needs, deliver prescribed therapy and evaluate patient response. This includes invasive procedures that may be performed with minimal supervision and minor assistance in patient care units and critical care areas. Therapists will serve in a consulting role by communicating suggestions to other members of the clinical team regarding the respiratory care delivered to patients in all areas of the hospital. The position requires the ability to respond promptly to changes in workload and make adjustments in assignments as needed to achieve optimal productivity, efficacy and quality patient care.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education Associate degree in Respiratory Care from an accredited program Minimum Experience 1 year Respiratory Care experience preferred Required Registration/License/Certification Current Kansas license or eligible for Kansas license Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the NBRC