Phoenix Baptist Hospital is recognized for cardiovascular care, orthopaedics, breast health, women’s services, radiology and 24-hour emergency services.
- ARRT Required- 3-5 years experience- Provides respiratory therapy to patients are ordered by physicians. Performs all types of Respiratory Care including diagnostic testing, treadmills, complete PFTs, ABG machine maintenance, and Hemodynamics. Performs all types of general floor therapies and procedures required in the specialty areas, i.e. ICU, PACU, etc. Performs assessment and treatment of the newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient. Ability to precept and train staff, students, and orientees.MINIMUM EDUCATION: Completion of formal two year respiratory education program which meets requirements for certification (CRT) and registration (RRT).PREFERRED EDUCATION: Associates Degree in Applied Science preferred.MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 3 years experience in acute care setting. Previous training and experience specific to the task designated under responsibilities/expected outcomes.PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 1 year in a surgical environment or 5 years critical care.REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Licensed Registered Respiratory Therapist in the State of Arizona and CPR. As required by facility: ACLS, PALS and NRP required within 12 months of employment.