Respiratory Therapist

Hey there. I'm Michelle, the recruiter for this role. I've been doing this for over a decade, and I can tell you; this isn't just another hospital job listing. Sierra Medical Center is a 170 bed acute care facility that's part of the Northern Nevada Health System. We handle everything from cardiology and oncology to a Level II NICU and 24/7 emergency care. The team here has built something special, and we're looking for a Respiratory Therapist who gets what that means.

The Role

You'll report to the Critical Care Director, Medical Director, and Respiratory Department Manager. Your core mission is to deliver respiratory care by following specific physician orders and our department's protocols.

That means you're the expert on oxygen delivery methods and all the related equipment. You need to stay sharp, watching for any possible side effects during treatment. You'll administer various respiratory therapies, understanding not just the 'how' but the 'why' behind each one and what to watch out for.

A big part of this job involves mechanical ventilators. You'll be setting them up, monitoring them, and handling the critical care that goes with them; think airway management and tracheal suctioning. You'll also perform arterial punctures to draw blood for gas analysis; you need to know the potential complications inside and out.

What You Need to Bring

• A current State Respiratory Therapist License.
• You must be a graduate of an AMA approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• BLS and ACLS certifications are required from day one.
• We need you to have at least five years of verifiable experience as a therapist.
• Specific experience in a Level III NICU or higher is required, with more than two years preferred.
• Experience with neonatal transport is a big plus.
• You'll need to get your PALS certification, NRP certification, and become a certified Blood Gas Technologist within your first 90 days on the job.

The Good Stuff (Benefits & Pay)

$10,000 Sign On Bonus

• The compensation is competitive; we make sure your pay reflects your expertise.
• Generous Paid Time Off policy.
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• A 401(K) plan with company match and access to a discounted stock plan.
• Tuition Reimbursement and Repayment Program to support your growth.
• Real career development paths within UHS and its network of over 300 subsidiaries.

A Bit About Us

Sierra Medical Center operates on a set of values: Compassion, Empathy, Teamwork, Quality, Ethics, Respect, Service Excellence, and Innovation. We're serious about that. It's about treating patients and each other like family while pushing for better ways to deliver care every day. Sierra Medical Center is owned by Universal Health Services (UHS), which has been recognized as one of Fortune's World’s Most Admired Companies. (Full time & Part time employees are eligible for benefits). More details are available at benefits.uhsguest.com. This position is located in Sacramento, CA

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