Respiratory Therapist
Ascension
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Description
- Lead patient assessments to design personalized care plans that target specific respiratory needs and improve recovery outcomes.
- Manage advanced respiratory treatments and life-support equipment to ensure stability and safety for patients with complex breathing challenges.
- Empower patients and their families through clear education, ensuring they feel confident and supported in managing their health journey.
- Support life-saving efforts as a key member of the emergency resuscitation team, providing rapid, expert intervention during critical, high-stakes moments.
Qualifications
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision required. Respiratory Care Practitioner provisional letter will be accepted until license is issued.
- Certified Respiratory Therapist required.
- Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
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Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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About this role
Ascension's Tulsa respiratory therapy position centers on direct patient care across the full spectrum of respiratory challenges, from designing individualized treatment plans to managing complex life-support equipment and serving as a rapid-response team member during emergencies. You'll work with patients and families to build their confidence in managing their own respiratory health while maintaining the clinical expertise needed to stabilize critically ill patients.
The role requires current Oklahoma licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner and BLS certification (obtained within 30 days of hire), plus the Certified Respiratory Therapist credential. You'll need either a high school diploma with two years of relevant experience, an associate or technical degree, or four years of directly applicable job experience. Advanced Life Support, neonatal resuscitation, and pediatric advanced life support certifications are preferred but not required.
Ascension is a large nonprofit Catholic health system with over 99,000 employees, recognized as a top healthcare employer and military-friendly workplace. This is a full-time, in-office position in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Typical pay for this role
$80,000
Typical range: $80,000 to $100,000
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