Job Description
Job DescriptionRegistered Respiratory Therapist Overview:
A Registered Respiratory Therapist delivers direct respiratory care to patients as per physician directives and serves as a knowledgeable consultant for healthcare professionals regarding respiratory treatments. This role necessitates the completion of an accredited respiratory care program, obtaining state licensure, and certification from the National Board for Respiratory Care. The position involves utilizing various respiratory equipment in acute care environments, frequently collaborating in emergency and critical care situations.
Discover your purpose with us!Job Profile Overview
This role entails providing comprehensive patient care in all facets of respiratory therapy, following physician instructions. You will also consult with physicians regarding the effectiveness of treatments and serve as a key resource for both physicians and nursing staff on respiratory care matters. Additional responsibilities will be assigned as needed.
Position Details:
- Qualifications
- Education: Graduate from a CoArc accredited Respiratory Care program.
- Licensure: Must meet state licensure criteria and possess a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
- Experience: No prior experience required.
- Certifications: Must hold the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). For those working in the Emergency Room, PALS certification is necessary.
- Physical Requirements: Capable of pushing, pulling, and gripping up to 50 lbs, pinching up to 10 lbs, and performing minimal kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
- Equipment Utilized: All relevant respiratory care devices.
- Preferred Qualifications
- Education: Acute Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is preferred.
- Experience: Critical care experience is advantageous.
Why Join Us?
From your first day, we provide exceptional benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 or more hours per pay period.
Become part of a compassionate, collaborative team where your input is valued. Here, you will contribute to the evolution of healthcare through innovation, technology, and empathy. As we expand, you will have opportunities to grow alongside us.
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