Level I - Registered Respiratory Therapist - $28-41 per hour

Atrium Health Charlotte; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist Level I to join their team in Charlotte, North Carolina. This role involves providing direct respiratory care, consulting with physicians, and maintaining life support equipment. The successful candidate will demonstrate proficiency in various oxygen delivery methods and therapeutic procedures while working independently in patient care areas. This position comes with a generous sign-on bonus, robust benefits, and opportunities for career advancement through the Respiratory Clinical Ladder. If you are passionate about patient care and respiratory health, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus

Robust benefits package

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care required.
• Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct respiratory care according to physician orders.
• Administer therapeutic procedures and evaluate therapies.

Skills

Oxygen delivery methods

Therapeutic procedures

Patient care

Documentation and communication

Blood sampling analysis

Electronic medical records

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Care

Registered Respiratory Therapist credential

BLS certification

Tools

Respiratory care equipment

Electronic medical records system

Job description

Atrium Health Charlotte is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist Level I for a job in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

Overview

This position is sign-on bonus eligible! Registered Respiratory Therapists are eligible for a $20,000 sign-on bonus with a 1-year commitment for full time and some part-time positions. In addition to our robust benefits packages and paid time off, you may be eligible to participate in the Respiratory Clinical Ladder upon employment!

Job Summary

Performs all aspects of direct respiratory care according to physicians orders and/or approved protocols. Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy and makes appropriate recommendations. Provides appropriate ventilator support and maintains and monitors other cardiopulmonary life support equipment. Maintains and properly utilizes respiratory care equipment.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.
• Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each.
• Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs.
• Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible.
• Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies. Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
• Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values, and the importance and treatment of abnormal results.
• Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.
• Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department.

Physical Requirements

Requires repetitive physical activity. Able to walk and stand to perform duties. Ability to lift materials 20-50 pounds. Ability to move patients of all age groups. Adequate hearing and eyesight are necessary. Exposures to working environment that may include odors, low lighting, and crowded working conditions.

Education, Experience and Certifications

Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care. Associates RRT or RRT Equivalent required, Bachelor's Degree preferred. Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of North Carolina. BLS required per policy guidelines. Advanced certifications per facility policy/standards. For free-standing Emergency Department and Virtual Critical Care, 2 years critical care experience required. Advancement complies with the requirements of the Respiratory Therapist Clinical Ladder. Experience, approved certification, and education as outlined in Respiratory Therapist Clinical Ladder.

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