Registered Respiratory Therapist

Your future role at a glance

Location: Tulsa, OK

Facility: Ascension St. John Medical Center

Department: Respiratory Therapy

Schedule: PRN. Days

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Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ 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.

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

How you'll make an impact in this role

• 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.
• What minimum qualifications you'll need

• 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.
• Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date 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.

• 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.

• 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.