Evening Respiratory Therapist – Critical Care & Autonomy

Geisinger; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Wellness program

Parental leave pay

Employee referral program

EAP: childcare/eldercare

Job summary

Geisinger seeks a Respiratory Therapist to assess patients’ respiratory needs, plan and perform therapies, and coordinate with the care team to optimize patient outcomes. You will manage ventilators, deliver aerosolized medications, and educate patients and families as part of routine care.

ACLS/BLS/NRP/PALS credentials are provided and required; hours include evenings with every other weekend and holiday. The role emphasizes protocol-driven care, evidence-based practice, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• ACLS, BLS, NRP and PALS certifications are required/provided.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients' respiratory care needs based on data and plans, organizes, performs, and evaluates treatment modalities.
• Establishes appropriate care plans and communicates with the care team.
• Operates and manages ventilators and airway support per protocol; provides patient/family education.
• Assists in intra-hospital transport and discharge planning as needed.
• Performs arterial blood gas collection and point-of-care analyses.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and adheres to safety standards.

Job description

Geisinger seeks a Respiratory Therapist to assess patients’ respiratory needs, plan and perform therapies, and coordinate with the care team to optimize patient outcomes. You will manage ventilators, deliver aerosolized medications, and educate patients and families as part of routine care.

ACLS/BLS/NRP/PALS credentials are provided and required; hours include evenings with every other weekend and holiday. The role emphasizes protocol-driven care, evidence-based practice, and collaboration with