Respiratory Therapist - RRT/CRT

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Care Practitioner to join their award-winning team. This role emphasizes the performance of respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures, ensuring high-quality care tailored to patient needs. With a focus on community and compassion, the position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the lives of patients. Candidates should possess a State RCP License and RRT certification, with a preference for those with experience in the field. Join a team that values quality and community engagement, and take the next step in your professional journey.

Qualifications

• State RCP License and RRT certification required.
• 2 years experience as an RCP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures.
• Assess, plan, implement, and document care for patients.

Skills

Respiratory therapeutic procedures

Pulmonary diagnostic procedures

Patient assessment

Documentation of care

Education

State Respiratory Care Practitioner License

Registered Respiratory Therapist certification

Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Lower Bucks Hospital, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

Lower Bucks Hospital is a community hospital, serving the Lower Bucks County region with medical, surgical, and emergency care. Located in historic Bristol, Pennsylvania, the Hospital is well-known for its knowledgeable medical staff, including cardiology, orthopedics, radiology, wound care, and general surgery. The hospital has more than 200 physicians on staff, as well as another 700 employees.

Lower Bucks Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. It prohibits 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. The hospital also prohibits 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 and Work Experience:

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.