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Respiratory Therapist

Job in Reedsport, Douglas County, Oregon, 97467, USA
Listing for: Lowerumpquahospital
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-01-26
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 75000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 75000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Reedsport

Respiratory Therapist

Location: 600 Ranch Rd, Reedsport, OR

Employee Type: Non-Exempt

Department: Respiratory Therapy

Facility: Hospital (Reedsport, OR 97467)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Benefits Eligible: Yes (Full-Time)

Experience: Respiratory therapy — 1 year (preferred)

Ability to Commute: Reedsport, OR 97467 (required)

Job Summary

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for performing all aspects of Respiratory Therapy and Electrocardiography in a proficient and competent manner according to policies and procedures.

Essential Duties
  • Small / Large Volume Nebulizers.
  • Lung Expansion.
  • Chest Physiotherapy.
  • Nasotracheal Suctioning.
  • Oxygen Administration / Titration.
  • Pulse Oximetry.
  • Arterial Blood Gases.
  • Patient monitoring and assessment.
  • Arterial blood gas interpretation with corrective action.
  • Competency with Respironics VAPS.
  • Competency with Respironics Esprit Ventilator.
  • Competency with Respironics Vision BiPap.
  • Ventilation Management: Competency with Phillips V60 ventilator.
  • Ventilation Management: Competency with Hamilton Galileo T1 ventilator.
  • Ventilation Management: Competency with Newport HT50 Transport ventilator.
  • Airway care (Oral-Tracheal Hygiene).
  • End tidal CO2 monitoring.
  • Ventilator Weaning Parameters.
  • Extubations.
  • CPAP/BiPAP.
  • Emergency performance: Intubations (Infant, Pediatric and Adult).
  • Emergency performance: Unstable infant deliveries (equipment proficiency).
  • Emergency performance: Cardiopulmonary arrests / Trauma (airway management, chest compression’s, equipment proficiency).
  • Pulmonary Rehabilitation / Testing: Patient education of disease process and breathing retraining.
  • Pulmonary Rehabilitation / Testing: Pulmonary stress testing / 12-minute walk test.
  • Pulmonary Rehabilitation / Testing: Pulmonary function testing (equipment proficiency).
  • Pulmonary Rehabilitation / Testing: Pulmonary function testing (slow vital capacity, forced vital capacity, carbon monoxide diffusing capacity, maximal volume ventilation, maximal negative inspiratory / positive expiratory force, and nitrogen washout studies).
  • Pulmonary Rehabilitation / Testing: Patient strength and conditioning exercise (with Physical Therapy).
  • Pulmonary Rehabilitation / Testing: Oximetry exercise tests (pulmonary rehab / home oxygen qualification).
  • Electrocardiography: Standard 12 lead tracings (EKG).
  • Documentation: Document all therapies and proper placement within the EMR (including scanning and inter-district mailing).
  • Patient Billing: Complete all daily billing forms according to services rendered on worklist.
  • Cleaning / maintenance / supplies: Properly disassemble, clean, and reassemble equipment.
  • Cleaning / maintenance / supplies: Perform basic troubleshooting of equipment in use.
  • Cleaning / maintenance / supplies: Ensure non-billable items are ordered and supplied.
  • Cleaning / maintenance / supplies: Perform safety tests on all required equipment before use.
    • Qualification Requirements Education and License
    • High School Diploma / GED.
    • Graduation from an A.M.A. accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
    • Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist with NBRC.
    Certifications
    • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
    • Basic Life Support (BLS)
    • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) — within six months of hire date
    Additional Qualifications
  • Must dress in a professional and clean fashion while on duty.
  • Must maintain personal hygiene while on duty.
  • Must display professional behavior to patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.
  • Identification badge must be worn while on duty.
  • Must follow safety procedures for handling of cleaning materials.
  • Must follow universal precautions with all patient contact.
  • Must follow isolation guidelines and utilize appropriate protective equipment.
    • Work Environment

    Works indoors in an air-conditioned environment.

    Physical Demands

    Frequent use of computer and phone, and other standard office machines. Must be able to stand, sit, stoop, twist, kneel, reach, push, pull using proper body mechanics and move/lift varying amounts of weight to a maximum of 50 lbs.

    Benefits
    • Dental insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Flexible schedule
    • Flexible spending account
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Retirement plan
    • Vision insurance
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