Respiratory Therapist -- PRN - Guttenberg, IA

Join Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics as a PRN Respiratory Therapist and take the first step in an exciting healthcare career! This opportunity invites recent graduates and mid-career professionals alike to work onsite in beautiful Guttenberg, Iowa. Benefit from a dynamic, customer-focused environment that values innovation and excellence.

Your impact will be felt as you contribute to a compassionate team that prioritizes patient safety and well-being. With competitive pay ranging from $27.67 to $41.51 per hour, you'll be rewarded for your expertise and commitment. Be part of a high-performance culture where your ideas are valued, and personal and professional growth is encouraged.

You will be given great benefits such as Competitive Salary, IPERS, 457b, and 457b Roth. Don't miss your chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients while enjoying the flexibility of PRN work! Apply today!

Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics: Our Mission

For more than 60 years, Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics has been a supportive, helpful neighbor in the community we all love. Though we have expanded our services and specialties while upgrading our technology and facilities, you'll find we have kept our personalized, family-focused approach to healthcare alive and well. Learn more about our patients and services in our most recent newsletter Keeping You Well.

Day to day as a Respiratory Therapist -- PRN

As a PRN Respiratory Therapist at Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics, you will be instrumental in establishing and maintaining respiratory care equipment, ensuring a safe and clean care environment for all patients. Your role will involve performing routine therapy with a solid understanding of current respiratory theory, principles of care, and procedures. You will engage in critical tasks such as cardiac and pulmonary rehab intake, individualized treatment plan (ITP) development, and daily patient care. Additionally, you will conduct stress testing, including treadmill and nuclear medicine assessments, while actively participating in quality improvement initiatives. Your contributions will enhance department operations and communications, reflecting the mission and objectives of GMHC.

Accountability for knowledge, awareness, and practices related to GMHC's quality initiatives, behavioral standards, and corporate compliance program will be essential in delivering excellence in patient care.

Would you be a great Respiratory Therapist -- PRN?

To thrive as a PRN Respiratory Therapist at Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics, candidates must hold an Associate's degree from an accredited school for respiratory care and maintain a current RRT credential with the NBRC, alongside a valid license from the Iowa Board of Respiratory Care. Ideal candidates will possess certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP, coupled with robust clinical knowledge to deliver high-quality respiratory care. Proficiency in personal computers, printers, and Microsoft Office applications is essential, as is familiarity with the EMR EPIC platform and insurance authorizations.

Strong customer service skills, including effective communication and interpersonal abilities, are critical for interacting with patients and team members. Successful candidates will demonstrate excellent organizational and time management skills, showcasing their ability to multitask in a fast-paced, professional environment while being courteous, articulate, and reliable in all professional interactions.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• Associates degree from an accredited school for respiratory care or higher.
• Must maintain current RRT credential with the NBRC and valid license with the Iowa Board of Respiratory Care. Ideal candidate would have BLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP certification.
• Must have clinical knowledge necessarily to competently perform quality respiratory care. Proficiency in operation of personal computers printers, fax, internet, telephone and email programs as well as Microsoft Office applications. Must demonstrate strong customer service skills including good communication and interpersonal skills Must have good organizational and time management skills. This individual will be courteous, articulate, and reliable. Must be able to multi-task in a fast paced professional environment
• Previous secretary or clerical experience in healthcare with knowledge of medical terminology
• EMR EPIC platform and insurance authorizations.

Join our team today!

If you think this role will suit your needs, great! Applying is a piece of cake. Good luck - we're excited to meet you!

Post-offer, pre-employment fit-for-duty assessment required, as well as Influenza vaccination.