respiratory therapist specialist

Hospital Sisters Health System

<div>Pay Range:
$31.03 - $46.54<div><div><div><div><div><div><div>
A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
Conducts basic and complex physician prescribed treatments and demonstrates competence in respiratory equipment related to respiratory care-based practice. Operates and maintains respiratory care equipment, administers patient care, and documents the practice activity in the patient's electronic medical record (EMR) at the required level of competence in accordance with scope of practice, departmental policies and procedures, HIPAA standards, and quality assurance guidelines. Assists in the education of staff, students, patients and families. May function as a shift or unit lead. 
 
Position Specifics:
 
o Department: Respiratory Therapy 
o Core Function: Rehab/Therapy/Sleep 
o Schedule: Nights, 36 hrs/wk, 7P-7A 
o Facility: St John&rsquo;s Hospital
 
o Location: Springfield, IL
 
o Sign On Bonus: up to $20,000 
Compensation that aligns with your experience 
Education Qualifications<ul><li>
Diploma or an Associate's degree in respiratory therapy from an Accredited Respiratory Care Education Program is required.
</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in respiratory therapy from an Accredited Respiratory Care Education Program is preferred.
</li></ul>Experience Qualifications<ul><li>
3 years of respiratory experience is required.
</li><li>Deemed competent in serving as a resource person, providing education and mentorship to others.
</li><li>Deemed competent in the performance or assistance of complex respiratory procedures which may include but is not limited to: Bronchoscopies, PFTs, metabolic stress tests, cardioversions.
</li></ul>Certifications, Licenses and Registrations<ul><li>
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) is required.
</li><li>Licensed as Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of practice is required.
</li><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.
</li><li>Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is preferred.
</li><li>Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) is preferred.
</li><li>At least one specialty credential through NBRC is required (Adult Critical Care Specialist (ACCS), Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist (NPS), Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS), Asthma Educator Specialist (AE-C), Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) or Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT)). Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) through the BRPT may also be accepted as an alternative specialty credential.
</li></ul>Job Description
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36
Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day.
Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments.
Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.
Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.<ul><li>
Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.</li><li>
Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.</li><li>
Retirement benefits including HSHS 
contributions.</li><li>
Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.</li><li>
Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!</li><li>
Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!</li></ul>
Benefits
HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.</div>

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) II

HCA Florida Osceola Hospital​

<div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">Introduction</h5>
Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for our Registered Respiratory Therapist opening with HCA Florida Osceola Hospital today and find out what it truly means to be a part of the HCA Healthcare team.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Full-time, NIGHT shift 
****Sign on bonus for eligible new hires!<h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
Benefits</h5>
HCA Florida Osceola 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 
</li><li>
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) 
</li><li>
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock 
</li><li>
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. 
</li><li>
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more 
</li><li>
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts 
</li><li>
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships 
</li><li>
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) 
</li><li>
Colleague recognition program 
</li><li>
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) 
</li><li>
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. 
We are seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!<h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Summary and Qualifications</h5>
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Full-time, NIGHT shift 
The Respiratory Therapist coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. As a vital part of the patient care team, the Respiratory Therapist performs a variety of diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures and monitors patients receiving invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation.
What you will do in this role:<ul><li>
You will perform and document patient assessment, including breath sounds, airway patency, and cuff pressure. You will conduct diagnostic procedures to evaluate the need for, and response to, respiratory therapy.</li><li>
You will administer respiratory care therapies, including oxygen delivery, aerosol medication delivery, and chest physiotherapy.</li><li>
You will assist with placement of artificial airways. You will initiate, monitor, and maintain mechanical ventilation.</li><li>
You will monitor patient for therapeutic response. You will notify provider and intervene as appropriate in the event of an unintended response.</li><li>
You will assist with transportation of ventilator-dependent patients.</li><li>
You will respond to emergent patient situations and ensure airway integrity and adequate ventilation during resuscitation as required.</li></ul>
 What qualifications you will need:<ul><li>
NBRC and State Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)</li><li>
Completion of a two year AMA approved respiratory care program (Associates Degree or equivalent)</li><li>
BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support, or BCLS Instructor must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date</li><li>
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support, or ACLS Instructor must be obtained within 60 days of employment start date</li><li>
PALS - Pediatric Adv Life Supt, or PALS Instructor must be obtained within 60 days of employment start date
</li><li>NRP - Neonate Resuscitate must be obtained within 60 days of employment start date</li></ul>
HCA Florida Osceola Hospital is a 404-bed tertiary care hospital. We are accredited by the Joint Commission and are a Level II Trauma Center. We are a teaching hospital in collaboration with UCF College of Medicine. Our hospital is conveniently and centrally located in the Heart of Kissimmee. We are only minutes from Orlando, St. Cloud, Celebration, and Poinciana. We are committed to enhancing the standard of healthcare by providing services including Emergency Care, Trauma Care, Pediatric ER, Heart &amp; Vascular Institute, and Comprehensive Stroke Center. Other services include The Baby Suites Maternity Care, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Level II, Women&rsquo;s Services, Behavioral Health, Orthopedics &amp; Spine, and a Graduate Medical Education Program. We expand our care to the community with our freestanding Emergency Department at Hunter&rsquo;s Creek ER.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World&rsquo;s Most Ethical Companies&reg; by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. 
&quot;Across HCA Healthcare&rsquo;s more than 2,000 sites of care, our nurses and colleagues have a positive impact on patients, communities and healthcare. 
Together, we uplift and elevate our purpose to give people a healthier tomorrow.&quot;- Jane Englebright, PhD, RN CENP, FAAN 
Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive
If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Registered Respiratory Therapist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing apply today!
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>

Registered Respiratory Therapist

RHA Health Services

<div>We are hiring for:
Respiratory Therapist / RT / Part Time
Type:
Regular
If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!
To provide professional respiratory care to service users, aimed at preventing disease and maintaining good health care.
We are Looking for a Respiratory Therapist in New Bern , NC!!!!
Payrate: $32.00 an hour
Are you a positive and personable Respiratory Therapist looking for a unique and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and watch them thrive? 
 
Then join our clinical team at RHA Health Services! 
 
We are seeking a friendly and patient Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide professional respiratory care to the people we support and serve, aimed at preventing disease and maintaining good health care. 
 
Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Responsible for providing approved respiratory services to all service users under his/her care.</li><li>
Keeps medical staff informed of any changes in service user&rsquo;s status.</li><li>
Provides leadership and guidance.</li><li>
Keeps Director of Respiratory informed of changes in service users condition.</li><li>
Observes, assesses and evaluates service user&rsquo;s respiratory needs.</li><li>
Discusses acute and chronic respiratory needs with personnel; observes service users condition and reaction, making good judgment decisions.</li><li>
Maintains work area as a neat, orderly, efficient, and safe working area.</li><li>
Participates as a member of interdisciplinary team as consultant as needed, ensuring quality-respiratory services.</li><li>
Participates in parent conference and communicating with families as needed.</li><li>
Maintains/Changes respiratory equipment and supplies.</li><li>
Instructs parents, students, service users and employees on Respiratory Care.</li><li>
Charts accordingly for service users with respiratory needs.</li><li>
Assists in providing prompt management of Workers Compensation within policy guidelines.</li><li>
Administers any respiratory medications as prescribed by physician.</li><li>
Carries out prescribed respiratory treatment for the purpose of guidance and demonstration for staff.</li><li>
Has working knowledge of the latest respiratory techniques.</li><li>
Assists in the monitoring of service users behavioral problems and be prepared to discuss problems with team members.</li><li>
Records all pertinent respiratory information on service users on a daily and/or as needed basis in the respective medical chart.</li><li>
Participates in the Quality Assurance Assessment system; Mealtime Assessment, Environmental Assessment; Interaction Assessment and Third Shift Assessment.</li><li>
Assists in providing satisfactory working conditions.</li><li>
May access and/or make appropriate copies of protected health information from a service user&rsquo;s chart as needed for off campus scheduled or non-scheduled appointment.</li></ul> 
Requirements
Our ideal Registered Respiratory Therapist has excellent listening and communication skills, can pick up on nonverbal communication and is a proactive person.<ul><li>
Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program</li><li>
Currently licensed in North Carolina.</li><li>
Two years of experience, preferred</li><li>
Valid driver&rsquo;s license and auto insurance</li><li>
Ability to lift between 20 and 50 pounds and provide CPR after certification</li><li>
Ability to pass a background check and drug screen</li><li>
Flexible schedule and availability to provide on-call coverage as needed</li><li>
Ability to remain calm in crisis situations</li></ul>
Pre-employment screening:<ul><li>
Complete criminal background</li><li>
Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)</li><li>
Drug testing</li><li>
Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.</li><li>
Proof of employment history or references (if required)</li><li>
Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.</li></ul>
We offer the following benefits to employees:<ul><li>
Payactiv: early access to the money you&rsquo;ve earned from hours you&rsquo;ve already worked, before payday!</li><li>
Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!</li><li>
Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)</li><li>
Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)</li><li>
401(k) retirement savings program
</li><li>Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial</li><li>
Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)</li><li>
Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities</li><li>contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits</li></ul>
EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.
About RHA:
At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.
For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.
If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.</div>

Respiratory Therapist / RT / Part Time

Bon Secours

<div>With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.
Bon Secours
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Respiratory Care Practitioner III (harmonized) &ndash; Southampton Medical Center
Job Summary:
The Respiratory Care Practitioner III is responsible for providing respiratory care through patient assessment, planning, intervention, education and evaluation. Performs all respiratory care procedures including but not limited to oxygen and aerosolized medication delivery, ventilator care, bronchial hygiene therapy, diagnostic services and patient and staff education. Monitors the patient's response to such therapies and makes recommendations to change or modify based on the assessment.
Essential Functions:<ul><li>
May provide clinical instruction and/or in-service training to department staff, other healthcare team members, and students.</li><li>
Provides support to clinical learning through mentorship, clinical rounds and practice evaluation provides clinical leadership for the advancement of professional respiratory practice to staff in the intensive care, general care, and outpatient services.</li><li>
Provides feedback for coaching and performance evaluations of team members.</li><li>
Assists with identifying quality improvement initiatives and design programs that provide measurable outcomes. Leads clinical research initiatives ensuring education, training, and implementation of the study design.</li><li>
May be responsible for data collection and accurate record keeping as well as product evaluation and assessment.</li><li>
Actively participates in facility councils and committees.</li><li>
Serves as the shift &ldquo;Charge Therapist&rdquo; with responsibility of ensuring adequate number of respiratory care staff to cover patient care areas and needs. This may include assigning respiratory care staff to work areas and/or work assignments, modifying work assignments, assisting with meal coverage, fielding call offs and providing adequate staffing levels for the next shift.</li><li>
May assist physician performing procedures such as bronchoscopy, transtracheal catheter insertion, tracheotomy in intubation (if intubation is performed by respiratory therapy in the facility), and invasive monitoring.</li><li>
Performs CPR including closed chest compressions and airway management techniques in accordance with the AHA ACLS protocol.
</li><li>Conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve maintenance of a patient airway, including use of appropriate airways including endotracheal tubes, nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal airways, maintenance of airway humidification, aspiration of secretions, extubation, maintenance of correct ETT cuff pressures and documents procedures in patient and department records.</li><li>
Selects, assembles, monitors and evaluates mechanical ventilators for proper function and operation, including correction of malfunctions, cleanliness and determines appropriateness use for patient condition.</li><li>
May perform pulmonary function tests (PFT).</li><li>
Serves as a preceptor to new team members and/or students.</li><li>
Assesses patient's physical status by inspection, palpation, auscultation, percussion, patient behavior and reviewing existing data in patient's record.</li><li>
Performs treatments according to physician orders, explains therapy and therapeutic goals to patient; modifies treatment procedures based on patient response.</li><li>
Determines appropriateness of prescribed therapy and recommends methods to physician to achieve therapeutic goals including IPPB, Aerosol therapy, Postural drainage and percussion, ultrasonic nebulizer, incentive spirometry, metered dose inhalers and spacers, etc.</li><li>
Sets up and maintains different modes of oxygen therapy, to maintain adequate PaO2&rsquo;s with accurate inspired levels of oxygen.</li><li>
Administers intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) or Aerosol Therapy by first preparing the prescribed medication ordered by the physician and adjusting the machine or device to accomplish patient&rsquo;s individual clinical needs; document and observe patient&rsquo;s vital signs, productivity of cough, relief of Dyspnea, improved breath sounds and any adverse reactions to therapy; and use judgement and technical skill to determine possible adverse reactions and suggestions for appropriateness of therapy.</li><li>
Gives postural drainage, vibration, percussion to ensure proper drainage of bronchial secretions by use of manual or mechanical percussion; check orders and X-rays for segments to be treated prior to initiating treatment; auscultation prior to and after procedure to note presence of clearance of secretions and response to therapy.</li><li>
Instructs patients and families in incentive spirometer, metered dose inhaler (MDI) administration, postural drainage and clapping, oxygen therapy, ventilator care and home aerosol therapy.</li><li>
Procurement of sputum for culture and sensitivity or airway clearance either by patient coaching, administration of mucolytics, aerosol therapy or endotracheal / nasopharyngeal suctioning.</li><li>
Evaluates normal and pathologic blood and urine laboratory value ranges.</li><li>
Performs arterial punctures and analysis; has an in-depth knowledge of analysis and arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation. Performs arterial line procedures, takes safety precautions, sterile procedure, flushing, and ABG aspirations.</li><li>
May perform EKG&rsquo;s; understands electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.</li><li>
Maintains all Respiratory Therapy equipment and supplies.</li><li>
Responds to cardio-pulmonary resuscitations and actively participates as indicated by clinical circumstances.</li></ul>
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education:<ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree, Related to Respiratory Therapy/Health care/Healthcare Admin/Business Admin (preferred)</li><li>
Master's Degree, Related to Health care/Healthcare Admin/Business Admin (preferred)</li></ul>
Required Licensing &amp; Certifications:<ul><li>
Current Respiratory Care License in the state they are working (required)</li><li>
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentialed (required)</li><li>
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (preferred)</li><li>
BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (required)</li><li>
ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross (required)</li><li>
PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association (required)</li><li>
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - AAP/AWHONN (preferred)</li><li>
Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) (preferred)</li><li>
Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) (preferred)</li><li>
ACCS (Adult Critical Care Specialist) - NBRC (preferred)</li></ul>
Experience:<ul><li>
Two years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or five years CRT; and demonstrated Clinical Competency in at least two of the following environments: Nursery/NICU, PICU, ICU/CCU, ED, and general care areas. (required)</li></ul>
Skills &amp; Abilities:<ul><li>
Strong interpersonal skills and able to effectively interact with patients, their families, physicians, and other staff members</li><li>
Good communication skills</li><li>
Able to effectively work with diverse people</li><li>
Good customer service skills</li><li>
Good organizational skills and time management skills</li><li>
Good oral and written communication</li><li>
Able to receive feedback</li><li>
Able to gather and interpret data</li><li>
Accountability</li><li>
Knowledge of non-invasive respiratory therapy equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers</li><li>
Therapeutic Procedures to include CPAP/BiPap, jet aerosol, oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy, pulse oximetry, high flow oxygen, continuous aerosols, ventilator management, diagnostic testing.</li><li>
Understanding of EKGs, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.</li><li>
Arterial blood gas punctures and testing</li><li>
Airway maneuvers</li><li>
Bedside pulmonary function</li><li>
Patient assessment</li><li>
Patient education</li><li>
Knowledge of chest suction equipment</li><li>
Knowledge of chest X-ray interpretation</li></ul>
Training:<ul><li>
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)</li></ul>
As a Bon Secours associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being&mdash;personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer
<ul><li>Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)</li>
<li>Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts</li>
<li>Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders</li>
<li>Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support</li>
</ul>Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours &ndash; Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours &ndash; Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com</div>

Respiratory Care Practitioner III - Respiratory Therapy - Southampton Medical Center

Lamb Company, Inc

<div>Job Summary (List Format): 
 
<ul><li>Work location must be outside a 50-mile radius from the facility</li><li>Schedule: 7:00 AM 7:30 PM; days vary</li><li>13-week contract assignment</li><li>Department: Respiratory Care/Diagnostic Services Respiratory Therapist</li><li>Minimum 2 years of specialty experience required</li><li>Certifications required:</li><li>AHA BLS (Basic Life Support)</li><li>ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)</li><li>PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)</li><li>RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) NBRC</li><li>Must be credentialed as a Registered or Certified Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) via NBRC</li><li>Must be licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) by the Georgia Composite State Board of Medical Examiners</li><li>Assignment may include CPAP department responsibilities</li></ul>
You'll never receive recurrent notifications, aggressive phone calls, or overbearing messages from us. Just support! Info@lambstaffing.com www.lambstaffing.com A US based healthcare staffing firm, Lamb Company has been serving healthcare workers so that healthcare workers may serve their patients since 2019. Our team consists of individuals with likeminded goals to have a heart for providing quality care for patients that without our help, may not receive any. Our job is to find a site that matches well with you and develop a plan to safely and effectively get you implemented into that system. As a small company with owners that are healthcare workers themselves, we understand the difficulty of starting new and finding a home where you are appreciated. We are always available and aim to find you the employment of your dreams. Please reach out with any questions which you may have!</div>

Respiratory Therapist (Atlanta, GA) $57/hr

Penn State Health

<div><div>***$15,000 SIGN-ON BONUS - eligible to those that qualify ***
Penn State Health - St. Joseph Medical Center
Location: US:PA: Reading 
Work Type: Full Time 
FTE: 0.90 
Shift: Night 
Night Shift Differential: $2.50/hour 
Hours: 7:00p - 7:30a 
Recruiter Contact: Trevor Smith at [email protected]
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
A Graduate or certified Respiratory Therapist who, under medical supervision, delivers respiratory care services to patients in all areas of the hospital according to policies and procedures approved by the Medical Director. These duties are generally performed with only minimal or indirect supervision and must frequently make independent decisions. The therapist must be able to adapt to the particular area assigned and must be able to perform special duties required by the assignment. The therapist may be required to supervise and be responsible for the work of other respiratory care practitioners. The therapist may also be assigned orientation and in-service education responsibilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):<ul><li>
Associate Degree</li><li>
Graduate of an approved Respiratory program 
</li><li>
Licensed to practice as a Respiratory Therapist by the state of employment.</li><li>
Current BLS certification.</li></ul> 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):<ul><li>
ACLS, PALS, or NRP</li></ul>
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:<ul><li>
Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).</li><li>
Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.</li><li>
Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.</li><li>
Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.</li><li>
Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.</li></ul>
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH ST. JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER?
St. Joseph Medical Center first opened its doors in 1873, over 150 years ago. The new 204-bed state-of-the-art hospital, located on Bernville Road, opened in 2006 and in 2015 became the first hospital to join the Penn State Health organization; Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center. Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center is dedicated to the health, education, and wellness of the community. Our approach to health care is bigger than all of us. It calls us to learn, share, and lift each other up while achieving our goals. With pride in who we are, where we work, and what we do, we are changing lives every day together. We do this by putting our patients first and by living our core values as we serve our community.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE&rsquo;LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence &ndash; that&rsquo;s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That&rsquo;s all you.
This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health&rsquo;s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.</div></div>

Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy

Adventist Health

<div>Adventist Health Sonora has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1900. We are comprised of a 72-bed hospital, 30 medical offices, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Tuolumne and Calaveras counties and the surrounding areas. Sonora is known for its friendly hometown charm, vast outdoor experiences and lively downtown. The allure of Sonora's close-knit community is complimented by its proximity to Yosemite National Park, as well as just a quick drive to Lake Tahoe.
Job Summary:
Performs basic and critical respiratory care services. Has the ability to work well without supervision as well as maintain supervision over others, as delegated. Provides respiratory care services for the adult and geriatric patient. Provides respiratory care for patients with respiratory disease, as ordered by the physician and in accordance with current department policies concerning all phases of respiratory therapy. Completes paperwork, electronic medical records, flow sheets, and charges for each patient.
Job Requirements:
<div>Education and Work Experience:
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor&rsquo;s): Preferred
</li><li>Master's Degree: Preferred
</li><li>Three years' technical experience: Preferred
</li></ul></div><div>Licenses/Certifications:
<ul><li>Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC-RRT) credential or Certified Respiratory Therapist (NBRC-CRT) credential: Required in CA, OR, and HI
</li><li>Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license: Required in CA
</li><li>Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required
</li><li>Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification: Preferred
</li><li>Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS OR HS-ACLS OR RQIACLS) certification: Required
</li><li>Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS OR HS-PALS OR RQIPALS) certification: Preferred
</li><li>Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS) certification: Preferred
</li><li>Registered or Certified by the National Board of Respiratory Care: Required
</li></ul></div><div>Essential Functions:
<ul><li>Assesses and documents the appropriateness of prescribed therapy (including recommendations) for patients receiving respiratory care services. Administers aerosol and oxygen therapy, while maintaining charts. Draws arterial blood gases per policy and physician order. Provides care to ventilator patients. Assists in department record keeping and operation, as well as participation in training and supervision of new employees. Documents care given; maintains records of treatment given; generates necessary documents for charges or record keeping. Assists in the instruction of nursing personnel in surveillance of patient and equipment after initial installation.
</li><li>Performs pulmonary function tests, drainage procedures, and provides additional patient care regarding cardio respiratory disease. Provides suggestions regarding the patients&rsquo; treatment and pulmonary progress. Provides assistance in cardio respiratory rehabilitation. Provides instruction to patients and family in the nature of cardio respiratory disease and its ramifications.
</li><li>Makes rounds to check all respiratory therapy equipment in use or on standby in patient areas. Ensures completion of the initial ventilator bundle orders upon initiation of mechanical ventilation. Ensures compliance of VAP bundle for all patients receiving mechanical ventilation. Identifies measurable and reasonable outcomes while using appropriate therapy interventions to resolve patient needs. Updates and communicates the diagnosis throughout the patient's stay based on patient's changing condition and disease status.
</li><li>Assists with maintenance and processing of equipment and products used in providing respiratory therapy services.
</li><li>Serves as a knowledge resource to the physician and hospital staff in relation to the technical aspects of respiratory care and the effectiveness of methods to administer safe respiratory therapy. Assists in stocking and re-ordering parts and equipment. Assists in the set up of specialty equipment. Keeps the equipment clean and ready for its next use. Assists physicians with bronchoscopies and special procedures. Assists with quality control, staff schedules and competencies.
</li><li>Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
</li></ul></div><div>Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
 
 
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Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner, Full-time, Day Shift

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