Role Overview:
Provides direct respiratory care, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, within hospital and department guidelines. Utilizes advanced clinical expertise to serve as a resource to the healthcare team, ensuring patient safety and delivering developmentally appropriate care while adhering to quality and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Communicates effectively through documentation and collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Educates patients, families, students, and staff on respiratory therapies and procedures, utilizing diverse learning styles.
- Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures following established standards, applying clinical knowledge to troubleshoot and analyze as needed.
- Demonstrates advanced skills supporting ECMO, mechanical ventilation, bronchoscopies, sleep labs, and other critical care areas.
- Maintains accountability, seeks continuous learning, and manages multiple duties efficiently.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Licenses & Certifications: Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT), Basic Cardiovascular Life Support (BLS).
- Experience: Entry-level candidates considered; no supervisory experience required.
Additional Details:
- Multiple shift options including days and nights; positions available as PRN, part-time, or full-time.
- Part-time roles may include a $5,000 sign-on bonus; full-time roles may include a $10,000 sign-on bonus.