Cardio-Pulmonary Respiratory Therapist — Day Shift

Temple-Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Temple Health in Philadelphia is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a full-time day shift. The role involves performing prescribed diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, serving as a resource for cardiopulmonary care, and collaborating with physicians and the health team to schedule treatments.

The position requires an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy, PA Respiratory Care License, and BLS; ACLS is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's Degree in Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program required.
• Experience: 1 year experience in respiratory care in a clinical setting including routine and critical care.
• Licenses: PA Respiratory Care License required; Basic Life Support required; Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.
• Registration: Registered Respiratory Therapist required.

Responsibilities

• Performs prescribed diagnostic and therapeutic interventions and functions as a resource person to achieve therapeutic goals in the care of patient's cardiopulmonary dysfunctions.
• Consults with physicians and other health team members to determine treatment procedures and time schedules.
• Actively participates in in-service education, infection control and performance improvement programs.

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Temple Health in Philadelphia is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a full-time day shift. The role involves performing prescribed diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, serving as a resource for cardiopulmonary care, and collaborating with physicians and the health team to schedule treatments.

The position requires an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy, PA Respiratory Care License, and BLS; ACLS is preferred.