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Overview

The Certified Respiratory Therapist position independently provides respiratory care, pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing to patients in a variety of health care settings.

*Relocation, Bonus & Transitional Housing Assistance available!

About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital

Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior. We have a strong patient to nurse ratio, a culture of Shared Leadership, and are proud members of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small-town living, spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work and play.

*ACLS and PALS certification highly preferred

Position Available:

Full Time

Varied Shifts

36 hours per week

12 hour shifts

*1900-0730

*0700-1930

*Holidays and rotating weekend coverage required

*Shift Differential available!

Responsibilities

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.

Qualifications

Associate or technical degree required.

Proof of having passed the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).

A current license in state practiced as required by state law. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required.

Must have basic knowledge of clinical techniques, applications and equipment as typically obtained through 6 months of clinical experience. Must possess highly effective human relation skills necessary to interface with patients, families, staff and other healthcare personnel. Foundation Registry and Travel positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional related education and/or experience preferred, including ALS, PALS, PFT, SDS, NPS, NRP, ACCS and/or AE-C.

Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer; qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.