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Respiratory Therapist
The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus
Coordinate and deliver safe respiratory treatments to both critical and non-critical patients following physician orders and organizational policies. Perform direct invasive and non-invasive cardiopulmonary exams and procedures while collaborating with healthcare teams.
Requirements summary
Requires an Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy, RRT certification by the NBRC, and licensure by the State Board of Healing Arts. Candidates must have one year of clinical experience and obtain BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Topeka, KS.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team: The University of Kansas Health System St.
Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.
Responsibilities
Coordinate the safe delivery, appropriate and effective respiratory treatment to critical and non-critical patients in accordance to current standards of practice, physician's orders, staffing levels and organizational policies Provide direct invasive and non-invasive cardiopulmonary exams and procedures Attend professional meetings and maintains credentials and/or licensure Communicate and listen effectively with internal and external customers; effectively understands instructions and shares knowledge Cooperate and interact with leaders, peers, other departments and all customer groups demonstrating our commitment to service
Qualifications
Job Requirements
Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy RRT by the NBRC and licensure by the State Board of Healing Arts BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care. One year Clinical Experience
Benefits
Career growth opportunities
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
Comprehensive health benefits
Wellness resources
Education support
Financial well-being resources
1,001-5,000 employees
HQTopeka, Kansas
Founded1909
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