$15,000.00 Sign On Bonus for twenty four month FT commitment

　　Twelve months of $1,000.00 Housing Allowance Upon Relocation

　　Los Alamos Medical Center is an outstanding place to work as we are committed to our quality initiatives and a culture of safety, are invested in the growth of our staff and thus support ongoing education, certifications and other ongoing learning, and extend numerous recognition programs to all of our staff.

　　The respiratory therapist position measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.

　　Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.

　　Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.

　　Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.

　　Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.

　　Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.

　　Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.

　　Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.

　　Required Skills

　　Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

　　Certifications:

　　Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) current upon hire.

　　Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS/ENPC) within six (6) months of hire and Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) within six (6) months of hire.

　　New hires will have ninety (90) days from date of hire to obtain American Heart Association certifications. Notwithstanding this ‘grace period’ for obtaining American Heart Associationcertifications, employees are not excused from being current in any and all existing certificationsthat are required for their position as outlined in the position job description.

　　Licenses:

　　Current licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of NM.

　　Job: *Respiratory/Pulmonary

　　Organization: *Los Alamos Medical Center

　　Title: Respiratory Therapist, FT Nights

　　Location: New Mexico-Los Alamos

　　Requisition ID: 7435-2328