Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist

Henrico Doctors' Hospital; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Job summary

Henrico Doctors Hospital in Richmond, VA, part of HCA Healthcare, seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to deliver respiratory care across care settings. You will operate ventilators, monitor patients, and document interventions with Meditech.

A strong patient-focused approach and collaboration with the care team are essential. We offer comprehensive benefits, a sign-on bonus up to $10,000, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Active Virginia Licensure – Respiratory Therapist.
• One-year adult critical care experience.
• Strong clinical skills in mechanical ventilation, blood gas analysis and oximetry.
• NBRC RRT credential is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers all therapy modalities to adult patients per physician orders.
• Initiates, operates and monitors mechanical ventilators, and NIVV.
• Performs arterial puncture, and blood gas and electrolyte analysis.
• Responds to all Code Blue and Rapid Response Calls.
• Enters all patient interventions and updates into Meditech.
• Enters therapy charges and supplies.
• Participates in departmental duties and education.

Skills

VA Respiratory License

CCU experience

Mechanical ventilation

Blood gas analysis

Oximetry

RRT credential

BLS within 30 days

Education

High School graduate or GED

NBRC RRT credential

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: 30.64 - 42.90 / hour

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The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

***Offering up to 10K sign on bonus***

Introduction

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Registered Respiratory Therapist today with Henrico Doctors Hospital.

Benefits

Henrico Doctors Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Come join our team as a(an) Registered Respiratory Therapist. We care for our community! Just last year, HCA Healthcare and our colleagues donated 13.8 million dollars to charitable organizations.

Job Summary and Qualifications

As a Respiratory Therapist,you’llplay an essential role in guiding patients through both routine care and critical moments.You’llperform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures while managing invasive and noninvasive ventilation across a variety of care settings.You’llhave access to advanced respiratory technology, mentorship from experienced RT leaders, and the support of a dependable, collaborative team that will set you up for success and ongoing professional growth. And with consistent, predictable scheduling,you’llhave the stability and resources to deliver your best care, continue building yourexpertise, and make a lasting impact on patient health every day.

Administers all therapy modalities to adult patients per physician orders.

Initiates, operates and monitors mechanical ventilators, and NIVV.

Performs arterial puncture, and blood gas and electrolyte analysis.

Responds to all Code Blue and Rapid Response Calls.

Adheres to established quality control protocol.

Verifies all physician orders prior to therapy.

Conducts thorough, accurate report to oncoming staff.

Enters all patient interventions and updates into Meditech.

Enters therapy charges and supplies.

Participates in all areas of departmental duties, including assistance in new employee orientation and continuing education.

Performing equipment rounds, cleaning and routine maintenance where required.

Initiates and documents patient teaching including family and/or significant others. Uses appropriate Patient Education documentation modality.

What qualifications you will need:

EXPERIENCE

Required:

Active Virginia Licensure – Respiratory Therapist.

Preferred:

One-year adult critical care experience.

Strong clinical skills in mechanical ventilation, blood gas analysis and oximetry.

EDUCATION

Required:

High School graduate or GED.

Active Certified Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from NBRC

CREDENTIALS

BLS – within 30 days of hire – ARC or AHA accepted

Established in 1974, Henrico Doctors Hospital is a 340-bed community hospital offering cardiology, gastroenterology, neurology, oncology, physical therapy, womens services and a 24/7 emergency department. Operated by HCA Healthcare, Henrico Doctors Hospitals consists of three community campuses - Henrico, Parham, and Retreat Doctors Hospitals along with a free-standing emergency center, Hanover Emergency Center. Envisioned, founded and supported by a group of independent physicians looking to provide high-quality care in an accessible community setting, Henrico Doctors proudly remains committed to providing patients with the best care possible.

"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patients family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Registered Respiratory Therapist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.