licensed respiratory therapist

Advocate Aurora Health

<div>Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.</li><li>
Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each. Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.</li><li>
Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators and is aware of the critical care duties and effects of such therapy.</li><li>
Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs.</li><li>
Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies. Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.</li><li>
Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting. Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values, and the importance and treatment of abnormal results.</li><li>
Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible. Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department.</li><li>
Follows departmental safety guidelines. Completes all regulatory requirements. Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.</li></ul>
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:<ul><li>
Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) is required. Currently licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner/Licensed Respiratory Therapist in the State in which they work. Basic Life Support for healthcare providers thru the American Heart Association required. Advanced certification per facility/department.</li></ul>
Education Required:<ul><li>
Graduate of an approved school of Respiratory Therapy required. Associate&rsquo;s degree in respiratory therapy required (or equivalent experience may be considered). BA/BS or higher preferred.</li></ul>
Experience Required:<ul><li>
For Free-Standing Emergency Department: 2 years critical care experience required or a bachelor&rsquo;s or higher in Respiratory Therapy with 1-year critical care experience. For all other areas, new graduates with RRT credentials or experienced Respiratory Therapists with RRT credentials are eligible for this job code.</li></ul>
Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>
Excellent organization, prioritization, and time management skills.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and establish working relationships.</li><li>
Effective problem solving, decision making, and delegation skills.</li><li>
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.</li><li>
Protected Health Information:</li><li>
Will limit access to protected health information (PHI) to the information reasonably necessary to do the job.</li><li>
Will share information only on a need-to-know basis for work purposes.</li><li>
Access to verbal, written, and electronic PHI for this job has been determined based on job level and job responsibility within the organization. Computerized access to PHI for this job has been determined as described above and is controlled via user ID and password.</li></ul>
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:<ul><li>
Requires repetitive physical activity. Able to walk and stand to perform duties. Ability to lift 20-50 pounds. Ability to move patients of all age groups. Adequate hearing and eyesight are necessary. Exposure to a working environment that may include odors, low lighting, and crowded working conditions.</li></ul>
Preferred Job Requirements:
Education Required:<ul><li>
BSRT preferred</li></ul>
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.</div>

Respiratory Therapist - PRN - Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin

Johnston-Willis Hospital

<div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">Introduction</h5>
Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) Certified Respiratory Therapist II with Johnston-Willis Hospital you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!<h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
Benefits</h5>
Johnston-Willis Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:<ul><li>
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.</li><li>
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.</li><li>
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing 
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401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) 
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Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock 
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Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. 
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Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more 
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Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts 
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Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships 
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Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) 
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Colleague recognition program 
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Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) 
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Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.</li></ul>
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. 
Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the Johnston-Willis Hospital family! We will give you the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. We are looking for an enthusiastic Certified Respiratory Therapist II to help us reach our goals. Unlock your potential!<h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Currently offering a sign on bonus up to $10K</h4><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Summary and Qualifications</h5><ul><li>
Maintains CPR certificate.</li><li>
Maintains license requirements.</li><li>
Maintains NBRC credentials for Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist</li><li>
Fulfills staff meeting, in-service, competency and on-going education requirements.</li><li>
Ensures safe and appropriate oxygen administrations through the Oxygen Therapist Driven Protocol.</li><li>
Performs non-invasive SpO2monitoring through pulse oximetry via overnight studies, exercise, continuous and spot checks.</li><li>
Administers all therapy modalities to patients per physician orders.</li><li>
Performs VEST therapy.</li><li>
Performs basic operations on the Meditech system.</li><li>
Performs regular equipment rounds.</li><li>
Performs equipment cleaning and set up.</li><li>
Sets up and operates CPAP/Bi-Level therapy.</li><li>
Performs arterial puncture and blood gas analysis.</li><li>
Adheres to established blood gas quality control protocol.</li><li>
Performs trouble-shooting and maintenance of Blood Gas Machine as a Super User.</li><li>
Responds and participates in all code blue situations.</li><li>
Sets up and monitors NIPPV (non-invasive positive pressure ventilation) through both Bi-Level and Volume ventilation.</li><li>
Initiates, operates and monitors Adult mechanical ventilators.</li><li>
Assists in bedside therapeutic bronchoscopies.</li><li>
Initiates, operates and monitors Nitric Oxide therapy.</li><li>
Initiates, operates and monitors Heliox therapy.</li><li>
Precepts new employees or staff members entering into a new area of training.</li><li>
Performs bedside spirometry.</li><li>
Performs Metabolic testing for spontaneously breathing and artificially ventilated patients.</li></ul><h6 class="jobSectionHeader">
What qualifications you will need:</h6><ul><li>
Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date</li><li>
Licensed Certified Respiratory Therapist (LCRT), or RRT/Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT / RCP), or Respiratory Therapist - Non Registered</li><li>
Licensed Respiratory Therapist, or State Registered Respiratory Therapist</li><li>
Associate Degree, or Vocational School Graduate</li></ul>
Johnston-Willis Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1909, giving patient's access to highly-trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than a century of pioneering healthcare, our 290+ bed hospital is one of the leading acute care facilities for Greater Richmond and the Tri-Cities area. We offer a full range of healthcare services, with specialties in cancer care, and neuroscience at our first-in-Richmond Neuroscience and Gamma Knife Center, and we are the first in the United States for HCA Healthcare, and the first in Central Virginia to offer Focused Ultrasound for essential tremors. With our sister facility, Chippenham Hospital, we've provided and continue to provide a wide range of services to Central Virginia. 
&quot;There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it.&quot;- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. 
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Certified Respiratory Therapist II opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.</div>

Certified Respiratory Therapist II

WellSpan Health

<div>Schedule 
Part Time, Day Shift (48 hours biweekly) 
Rotation: Every other weekend with holiday requirements

General Summary

Performs respiratory care modalities according to established standards and practices at the base practitioner level. Coordinates care planning with other disciplines.<div>
WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital</div> 
<div>
 
</div><div>For more than 125 years, WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital has provided leading-edge inpatient, outpatient, and emergent care to the Lebanon County community. One of eight premier hospitals in the WellSpan system, WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital features an award-winning cardiac and vascular center, a certified Primary Stroke Center, and a wound care and hyperbaric medicine center, while providing a supportive continuum of care through our extensive WellSpan primary, specialty, ambulatory, and behavioral health care locations within the community. WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital is supported by the nearby WellSpan Sechler Family Cancer Center, Lebanon&rsquo;s first and only integrated cancer center. WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital was one of several WellSpan Health hospitals honored by U.S. News &amp; World Report with the High Performing recognition for 2022-23.</div> 
<div>
 
</div><div>WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital serves as the cornerstone of care for a total population of nearly 142,000 residents living in the rural and urban mix of Lebanon County. A full-service, acute-care hospital, with a 163 licensed bed capacity, admitting approximately 7,000 patients annually. We offer open heart procedures, comprehensive cardiac care, total joint replacements, private labor and delivery birthing suites, robotic surgery, and emergency care. 
</div><div></div> 
Essential Functions:
<ul>
<li>Administers respiratory therapy modalities as per the physician, clinical practice guidelines and/or clinical pathway. Charts treatment, response and progress.</li>
<li>Performs patient assessment and develops a comprehensive pulmonary care plan.</li>
<li>Modifies therapy to maximize efficacy of the therapy regimen.</li>
<li>Collaborates with the physician to manage the initiation, maintenance and weaning of patients requiring ventilatory support.</li>
<li>Maintains active and support communication with the patient regarding progress, problems, home programs and other issues related to the therapeutic process.</li>
<li>Provides quality care consistent with appropriate policies and procedures, quality assessment program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.</li>
</ul>
Common Expectations:
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).</li>
<li>Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and &quot;error proof&quot; systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.</li>
<li>Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.</li>
<li>Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications 
 
Minimum Education:
<ul>
<li>Associates Degree Required or</li>
<li>Certificate Program Certificate Program Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training Required</li>
</ul>
Work Experience:
<ul>
<li>Less than 1 year Relevant experience. Required</li>
</ul>
Licenses:
<ul>
<li>Licensed Respiratory Therapist Upon Hire Required and</li>
<li>Registered Respiratory Therapist - NBRC Upon Hire Required and</li>
<li>Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required</li>
</ul>
Courses and Training:
<ul>
<li>Graduate of an accredited program in respiratory therapy. Upon Hire Required</li>
</ul>
Benefits Offered:
<ul>
<li>Comprehensive health benefits</li>
<li>Retirement savings plan</li>
<li>Paid time off (PTO)</li>
<li>Education assistance</li>
<li>Financial education and support, including DailyPay</li>
<li>Expanded Paid Parental Leave</li>
</ul>
For additional details: Benefits &amp; Incentives | WellSpan Careers (joinwellspan.org)
WellSpan Health&rsquo;s vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,300 employed providers, 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region&rsquo;s largest and one of the best in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest.</div>

Clinical Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy - Day

Siskin Hospital for Physical Rehabilitation

Are you a Tennessee-licensed Respiratory Care Therapist that strives to help your patients regain their independence and quality of life? Are you looking for a position that will put your positive patient care techniques, decision-making abilities, and prioritization skills to work toward the success of your patients and team? Siskin Hospital for Physical Rehabilitation is currently seeking a Full Time Night Shift Respiratory Care Therapist.This position reports to the Respiratory Care Department Manager or to the VP of Quality and Compliance and will be responsible for evaluating, treating, managing, and monitoring adolescent and adult patients with deficiencies of the cardiopulmonary system.The successful candidate will exercise broad independent clinical judgement while working independently in the absence of the Respiratory Care Manager. They will also be responsible for training assigned students and orientees.Come join the Siskin family and Make a Difference in the lives of our patients!MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS -Experience:<ul><li>One year of experience in Respiratory Care preferred.</li><li>Must have a general understanding of computers.</li></ul>Licensure / Certification:<ul><li>Licensed by the State of Tennessee as a Respiratory Care Therapist with a Blood Gas Endorsement</li><li>Maintain BLS and ACLS Certification</li><li>Registered or Certified by the NBRC</li><li>Minimum of one year Acute Care or LTAC experience preferred</li></ul>Skills:<ul><li>CPAP/BiPAP, Pulse Oximetery, Compressors, Vapotherm, AED's, Percussions, In-check Dial</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>What are your minimum salary requirements?</li></ul>License/Certification:<ul><li>Respiratory Therapist License (Preferred)</li></ul>Shift availability:<ul><li>Day Shift (Preferred)</li><li>Night Shift (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Respiratory Therapist - Full Time (Night Shift or Day Shift)

Helpside Analytics

We are seeking a Travel Respiratory Therapist for travel assignments across the United States. Must have 2+ years of Respiratory Therapy experience.These contracts pay approximately $2,667 per week ($11,459/month gross).Assignment details: Contract length: 13 weeks Shift length: 8 hour shifts Hours per week: 40 Start Date: ASAPJob responsibilities: Provide respiratory care to patients with breathing disorders and cardiopulmonary conditions. Operate and monitor ventilators and other respiratory therapy equipment. Administer oxygen therapy, aerosol medications, and breathing treatments as prescribed. Assess patient respiratory status and document progress and treatment responses. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and healthcare staff to support patient recovery and respiratory health.Benefits include: Guaranteed Pay: Never worry about canceled shifts Premium Overtime: 2x hourly rate for overtime on travel assignments Weekly Pay: Get paid weekly for financial flexibilityOther Benefits: Health, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) with employer match Housing stipends Travel assistance Referral bonusApply now to connect with a recruiter and secure your next travel assignment.Pay package is based on confirmed shifts/hours and may include taxable and tax-free components.Pay: $9,700.00 - $11,459.00 per monthBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>Are you looking for Travel Respiratory Therapist contracts in your home state or nationwide?</li><li>Are you a licensed Respiratory Therapist in the United States?</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Respiratory therapy: 2 years (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: On the road

Travel Respiratory Therapist - Up to $11,459 per Month (2 Years Experience Required)

Uniontown Nursing and Rehab

<div>The Respiratory Therapist (RT) provides skilled respiratory care to facility residents with acute and chronic respiratory conditions. The RT performs comprehensive respiratory assessments, implements treatment plans, manages respiratory equipment, and works collaboratively with facility clinicians to optimize resident respiratory function, safety, and comfort.
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Key Responsibilities</h3>

Clinical Care &amp; Treatment
<ul>
<li>Assess residents&rsquo; cardiopulmonary status, perform respiratory examinations and monitor clinical responses.
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<li>Administer therapeutic respiratory modalities, including oxygen therapy, inhalation treatments, aerosolized medications, and chest physiotherapy/airway clearance techniques.
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<li>Manage and monitor ventilators, noninvasive ventilation (BiPAP/CPAP), and other life support systems per physician orders (if applicable). .
</li>
<li>Provide tracheostomy care and routine suctioning as appropriate.
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<li>Collect and interpret data from diagnostic tests (e.g., pulse oximetry, arterial blood gases, spirometry) to inform treatment planning.
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</ul>Resident / Family Education
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<li>Educate residents and families on respiratory disease management, proper use of medications and devices (e.g., home oxygen, inhalers), and breathing techniques.
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</ul>Documentation &amp; Compliance
<ul>
<li>Document assessments, treatments, progress, and resident responses accurately in the medical record.
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<li>Follow SNF policy, state regulations, and professional standards of practice for respiratory care.
</li>
</ul>Interdisciplinary Collaboration
<ul>
<li>Work with physicians, nursing staff, rehabilitation therapists, and other disciplines to develop and revise individualized care plans.
</li>
</ul>Equipment / Safety
<ul>
<li>Set up, adjust, maintain, troubleshoot, and ensure safe operation of respiratory equipment and supplies.
</li>
<li>Monitor safety parameters for respiratory therapy delivery and infection control practices.
</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Qualifications</h3>

Education &amp; Licensure
<ul>
<li>Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program (Associate&rsquo;s degree or higher)
</li>
<li>Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
</li>
<li>Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential preferred; Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) accepted where appropriate.
</li>
</ul>Certifications
<ul>
<li>Basic Life Support (BLS) required; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred
</li>
</ul>Experience
<ul>
<li>Previous experience in respiratory care, preferably in long-term care or SNF settings, is preferred but not always required.
</li>
<li>Strong clinical assessment skills and ability to implement respiratory therapy protocols.
</li>
</ul>Skill
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<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with residents, families, and staff.
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<li>Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.</li></ul> 

IND123</div>

Respiratory Therapist (RT)

MedStar Health

<div>About this Job:

General Summary of Position 
Possesses and demonstrates adequate knowledge to provide respiratory care to all patient populations with technique appropriate to chronological social emotional cognitive and physical development. Respiratory care delivered is ordered by physician according to established standards practice and protocols. 
Schedule: PRN - Three shifts per 6-week schedule; 1 must be a weekend shift; 2 holidays per year. (7PM-730AM; 7AM-730PM) 
Primary Duties and Responsibilities 
<ul><li>
Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.</li><li>
Assesses the physical psychosocial spiritual &amp; cultural dimensions of the patient as well as educational needs and appropriately documents.</li><li>
Performs all respiratory therapy treatments and services including but not limited to: application operation monitoring and management of all equipment and services provided. Service to include but not limited to: oxygen mixed gas and humidity; monitoring; ventilators (Invasive and Non-invasive); bronchial hygiene; lung expansion; Spirometry testing; EKG machines; Blood Gas Analysis.</li><li>
Employs principles of therapeutic communication interviewing techniques problem solving and crisis intervention when performing patient care.</li><li>
Reviews electronic medical records and physician orders throughout work shift.</li><li>
Responds performs and participates in cardiopulmonary resuscitation by maintaining the airway providing oxygen and ventilation via mask endotracheal tube or other devices and performs closed chest cardiac massage.</li><li>
Facilitates workflow efficiency monitoring interdepartmental systems and processes departmental policies and procedures and making recommendations for improvements as needed.</li><li>
Performs other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and is not to be considered as all inclusive.</li><li>
Complies with all policies and standards.</li><li>
Utilized all organizational resources effectively and efficiently.</li><li>
Where applicable refers to the competency validation documents for population(s) served.</li></ul>
Minimal Qualifications 
Education<ul><li>
Associate's degree Graduate of an AMA accredited program in respiratory care with an AAS Degree or higher required and</li><li>
Bachelor's degree Baccalaureate degree in related healthcare field preferred</li></ul>
Experience<ul><li>
Less than 1 year Acute Care experience. Registry eligible required</li></ul>
Licenses and Certifications<ul><li>
RCP - Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner Must process and maintain license to practice Respiratory Care in Maryland and/or the District of Columbia based on hospital location. required and</li><li>
CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist Licensed as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) is required. required and</li><li>
RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist Registered respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) is preferred. preferred</li><li>
CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required and</li><li>
Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.</li><li>
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification ACLS NRP PALS and other certifications are required within a year where required within 1 Year required</li></ul>
Knowledge Skills and Abilities<ul><li>
Working knowledge of human respiratory anatomy physiology and pathology as related to respiratory care. Knowledge of the operation of respiratory care equipment and its application in a clinical setting. The ability to assess hazardous conditions related to respiratory care and take corrective action. The ability to work with patients of all ages (neonatal to geriatrics). The ability to remain calm and function under stressful conditions. Must work well as a team member; must be articulate and communicate well with all types of people.</li></ul>
This position has a hiring range of : USD $35.68 - USD $64.71 /Hr.</div>

Respiratory Therapist - PRN

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