Position Summary

This role primarily supports the cystic fibrosis (CF) patient population and provides respiratory care to both pediatric and select adult patients who continue treatment into adulthood. The position also includes general pulmonology responsibilities. The schedule follows a 5x8 model with no weekend or holiday rotations. Candidates with prior experience working with CF patients are strongly preferred.

This position facilitates and administers respiratory care, including routine and complex procedures, using a wide variety of techniques and equipment. Ensures care meets quality standards established by the hospital, department and regulatory agencies and maintains all skills and knowledge sufficient to provide safe, effective, and developmentally appropriate care to all ages of patients from neonate to adolescent. This position also participates in executing quality improvement initiatives.

Education

• Successful completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapist Program. (Required)

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year of post graduation respiratory care experience. (Required)
• Post graduation experience in a hospital environment (Preferred)

Certifications

• Current BLS certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association. (Required)
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist credential (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). (Required)
• Current State of Arizona Respiratory Care Practitioner license. (Required)
• American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) membership. (Preferred)
• Current PALS certification. (Preferred)

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