Respiratory Therapist - 6177

Penn Highlands Healthcare; St. Marys; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Highlands Healthcare is seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to administer critical respiratory care and support to patients, ensuring compliance with health standards. This role offers a competitive compensation package, a $10,000 sign-on bonus, and numerous benefits including medical, dental, and generous paid time off.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation based on experience

Shift Differentials

Professional Development

Supportive and Experienced Peers

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

403(b) retirement plan with company match

Company paid short & long-term disability coverage

Company paid and voluntary life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• 1 year of respiratory therapy experience preferred.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or eligible for registration.
• Willingness to obtain certifications within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapy care and life support to patients.
• Perform critical care duties without supervision.
• Act in a supervisory capacity when supervisor is unavailable.

Skills

Communication Skills

Team Player

Customer Service Commitment

Ability to Follow Directions

Education

Respiratory Therapist License or Temporary Practice Permit

CPR/BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

AS A RESPIRATORY THERAPIST, you’ll be responsible for administering respiratory therapy care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of cardiopulmonary system, under the supervision of a physician and by prescription. The Respiratory Therapist performs all critical care duties without supervision and acts in a supervisory capacity when the supervisor is not available.

• $10,000 SIGN-ON/RETENTION BONUS AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES***
  
  

Qualifications

• Have Respiratory Therapist license or Temporary Practice Permit
• Have 1 year of respiratory therapy experience (preferred)
• Be RRT or eligible for registration with RRT (1 year to obtain license)
• Have CPR/BLS certification or will obtain within 6 months
• Have ACLS or will obtain within 6 months
• Have ability to follow directions/procedures
• Have good communication skills
• Have a commitment to customer service
• Have ability to pass PA Child Abuse History Clearance
• Have ability to pass Criminal Background Check
• Be a team player
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation based on experience
• Shift Differentials
• Professional Development
• Supportive and Experienced Peers
  
  

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision offered the first of the month after your start date
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Company paid short & long-term disability coverage
• Company paid and voluntary life insurance
• Flex Spending Account
• 25% discount on services at all Penn Highlands Healthcare facilities
• PH Elk Cafeteria Discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health & Wellness Programs