Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Unit Information

Location: Wichita, KS

Unit Type: Respiratory Therapy

Number of Beds: 760

Number of Staff: 95 in Respiratory Therapy

Day Shift Staff: 20 FTEs

Night Shift Staff: 27 FTEs

Type of Equipment: V800 Draeger vents, C1 Hamiltons, Airvo for HHFNC

EMR: Meditech

Typical Hiring Profile

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 6 months of current RRT experience
• NBRC Certification
• BLS, ACLS, NRP & PALS certifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pediatric/PICU experience
• Strong ICU experience

Typical Procedures Performed

• Respiratory care treatments
• Ventilator management – both invasive and non-invasive

Personality Fit

The ideal candidate will possess a dynamic personality, adaptable to a fast-paced critical care environment.

Additional Information

This unit benefits from 24/7 adult intensive care physician coverage, housing a Level 1 trauma center, a 15-bed PICU, a Level 3 NICU, and the capability for ECMO in adults. Enhanced equipment and technology are continuously implemented to support patient care and foster a collaborative team environment.