Respiratory Therapist

Company: Lutheran Hospital
Location: Fort Wayne
Posted on: April 4, 2025

Job Description:

Respiratory Therapist - full time, evenings position in the Respiratory Therapy unit at Lutheran Health Network - Lutheran Hospital*Benefits: ** Sign on bonus eligible up to $35,000!* Full Time - 32 hours per week; Hours: 3p-11a; every 4th weekend!* Earn up to $10,000 in student loan repayment! Tuition reimbursement and certification reimbursement also available.* Robust medical, vision, dental, 401k plans available for Full-Time and Part-Time roles that can include you, your spouse, or your entire family!*Overview: *Respiratory Therapists in this unit can expect to work with patients of all ages and acuities; providing diagnostic and preventative care, management of chronic diseases and conditions, cardiovascular, general, trauma and neuromedical critical care, emergency department services, and in-house emergency response. Respiratory Care Practitioners also work in supportive roles in complex procedures such as bronchoscopy, bedside tracheostomies, administration of specialty gasses, and medical procedures requiring airway support. This area also offers advancement opportunities through a clinical ladder and cross-training opportunities in Sleep Technology, Neuro diagnostics and Cardiac Services.*Job Summary: *The Respiratory Care Clinician Level 1 is under the immediate supervision of the Respiratory Care Supervisor. The day to day operations are under the guidance of the Respiratory Care Clinician III. The Level 1 therapist is responsible for administering routine and critical respiratory care to hospital patients.This position is designed as the entry point into the department, one in which the respiratory therapist is gaining experience while expanding in job related skills. It is required that the respiratory care practitioner achieve the NBRC RRT credential within one year of entry into the Respiratory Care Clinician Level I.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Paid time off* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceShift:* Evening shift* Night shiftSupplemental Pay:* Signing bonusAbility to Commute:* Fort Wayne, IN 46804 (Required)Ability to Relocate:* Fort Wayne, IN 46804: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In personby Jobble

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