Respiratory Therapist II, Registered - Respiratory Therapy

Wilcox Medical Center

Founded in 1938, Wilcox Medical Center is a not-for-profit medical center dedicated to providing the Kaua'i community with accessible quality health care.

The largest medical center on Kaua'i, it is a state-of-the-art acute care facility with a full suite of services offering 30 specialties and programs, including:

• Cardiology • Emergency • Family Practice • Gastroenterology • Health Management • Internal Medicine • Neurology • OB-GYN • Oncology • Orthopedics • Pediatrics • Urology

Its 18-bed emergency department serves as the islands Primary Stroke Center. The medical center also has four birthing suites, seven intensive care beds, and 20 same-day surgery beds. Wilcox is the first American College of Surgeons-verified Level III Trauma Center in the state of Hawai'i.

Part of Hawai'i Pacific Health

Wilcox is part of Hawai'i Pacific Health, one of the states leading healthcare systems and a not-for-profit healthcare organization with medical centers, clinics, physicians, and other caregivers working together to create a healthier Hawai'i.

Respiratory Therapy Team

The Respiratory Therapy team partners with healthcare professionals across the continuum of care to provide quality therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory care for our patients with acute or chronic cardiopulmonary disorders.

Our certified respiratory therapists are specialized in both cardiac and pulmonary nursing and medicine and work with patients to improve lung function through exercises, special medications, and the use of oxygen equipment. This experienced team incorporates evidence-based practice and state-of-the-art technologies in their practice to improve patient experience while at our hospitals and clinics.

Job Opportunity: Registered Respiratory Therapist II

As the Registered Respiratory Therapist II, you will help to provide professional, compassionate respiratory therapy care to patients and their families, including the delivery of cardiorespiratory and related services. You will also serve as a technical resource on all aspects of respiratory care.

We are looking for someone with great communications and patient care skills, the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented atmosphere, and a commitment to delivering the highest quality healthcare to Hawai'is people.

Job Details

• Location: Wilcox Medical Center
• Work Schedule: Day/Night - 12 Hours
• Work Type: Full Time Regular
• FTE: 0.900000
• Bargaining Unit: Non-Bargaining
• Exempt: No
• Req ID: 31866
• Pay Range: $49.54 - $55.04 USD per hour
• Category: Respiratory Care

Minimum Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Current American Heart Association Health Care Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Pediatrics Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) CPR Cards
• Current Hawai'i Respiratory Therapist License

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of respiratory care or related experience
• One year of experience in respiratory care with blood gas analysis and EKG

Benefits

Hawai'i Pacific Health offers a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that includes pay and benefits. The rate of pay for selected candidates will be determined by various factors, including knowledge, skills, abilities, relevant experience, and training, as well as internal peer equity.