Hospital Respiratory Therapist - Patient Care & Diagnostics

Highmark Health Company; Boon Terrace (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide assessment, treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with respiratory disorders under licensed medical direction.

The role includes administering respiratory care procedures, documenting activities, performing diagnostic procedures, and educating patients and staff. PA licensure, CRT certification, and hospital experience are preferred requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum graduate of an approved respiratory therapy program.
• Pennsylvania state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist (or Temporary Practice Permit).
• CRT certification required prior to expiration of TPP.
• Preferred: RRT certification; two years hospital respiratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Administers therapeutic respiratory care procedures per policies.
• Completes documentation to measure and monitor department effectiveness.
• Performs diagnostic respiratory procedures per policies.
• Provides instruction to patients and healthcare team as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide assessment, treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with respiratory disorders under licensed medical direction.

The role includes administering respiratory care procedures, documenting activities, performing diagnostic procedures, and educating patients and staff. PA licensure, CRT certification, and hospital experience are preferred requirements.