Reg. Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Prime Healthcare; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at an award-winning medical center, where your expertise in respiratory care will make a significant impact. This role involves performing critical therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, ensuring high-quality patient care tailored to individual needs. You will have the opportunity to lead and guide others in the department, contributing to a culture of excellence and compassion. With a commitment to community and patient safety, this position is ideal for those seeking to advance their career in a supportive and dynamic environment. Embrace the chance to be part of a legacy of healthcare excellence and join us in making a difference.

Qualifications

• State Respiratory Care Practitioner License required.
• 2 years experience as an RCP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures.
• Lead RCP responsibilities in absence of supervisor.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Therapeutic Procedures

Documentation of Care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree

Bachelor of Science degree

Tools

BCLS Certification

ACLS Certification

RRT Certification

NRP Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

Overview

At Landmark Medical Center, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Landmark Medical Center is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!

Landmark Medical Center is a 214-bed acute care hospital in Woonsocket, RI. The hospital has been “A” rated for patient safety by The Leapfrog Group and has received numerous Healthgrades awards for patient safety excellence, heart care, and orthopedics. Originally known as the "Woonsocket Hospital," Landmark Medical Center has been serving the communities of northern Rhode Island and southern Massachusetts since 1873. Learn more at www.landmarkmedical.org.

Landmark Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We also prohibit harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

Responsibilities

Under the direction and authorization of the medical director and cardiopulmonary director, the RCP II is responsible for performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician. Emphasis will be toward the assessment, planning, implementation, and documentation of care, with consideration of age and population-specific needs and requirements of the patient. In the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead RCP, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required
2. Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
3. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required
4. 2 years experience as an RCP preferred.
5. ACLS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
6. NRP certificate preferred
7. PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
8. Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred
9. High School Diploma or equivalent is required