Reg Respiratory Therapist II - Penn Presbyterian (Days)

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist II to provide exceptional care to patients with respiratory conditions. In this vital role, you will assess pulmonary status, administer critical respiratory therapies, and collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals. This position offers the chance to advance your career within a supportive environment that values education and employee well-being. Join a forward-thinking organization where your contributions make a real difference in the lives of patients every day.

Benefits

Comprehensive Compensation

Tuition Assistance

Continuing Education Opportunities

Qualifications

• Manage patients with respiratory diseases in various care environments.
• Maintain active RT credentials and Pennsylvania state RT license.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical assessments and recommend respiratory care.
• Administer oxygen and aerosolized medications.
• Document patient care activities electronically.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Oxygen Administration

Mechanical Ventilation

Aerosolized Medication Administration

Advanced Procedures for Severe Hypoxemia

Documentation Skills

Education

Associate of Arts or Science

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care program

Bachelor’s Degree (for HUP employees)

Tools

Mechanical Ventilators

BiPAP & CPAP Devices

Nebulizers

Job description

Reg Respiratory Therapist II - Penn Presbyterian (Days)

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Job Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in medicine. Working at this leading academic medical center involves collaboration with top clinical, technical, and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Summary

• A Respiratory Therapist Level 2 (RT2) manages patients of all ages with respiratory diseases or acute conditions affecting breathing. The RT2 provides care in general, critical care, and emergency environments. This position is part of an internal clinical advancement program requiring at least one year of experience post-graduation from an accredited respiratory care program.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical assessments of pulmonary status and recommend appropriate respiratory care.
• Administer oxygen using various devices, including heated high-flow systems and hyperbaric chambers.
• Administer aerosolized medications via nebulizer, MDI, DPI, or other devices.
• Administer prescribed inhaled nitric oxide or aerosolized prostacyclin.
• Evaluate and maintain artificial airways of various sizes.
• Set up, adjust, maintain, and clean mechanical ventilators.
• Perform advanced procedures for severe hypoxemia, including prone positioning and lung recruitment maneuvers.
• Set up, adjust, maintain, and clean non-invasive BiPAP & CPAP devices.
• Transport critically ill patients on respiratory modalities.
• Respond to hospital emergencies like rapid response and code calls.
• Utilize approved RT protocols.
• Perform ABG and other diagnostic tests to evaluate disease extent and treatment effectiveness.
• Perform EKG testing, phlebotomy, IV insertions, and other roles as needed.
• Document patient care activities and charges electronically.
• Complete annual competencies and continuing education per hospital policy and licensing requirements.
• Maintain active RT credentials and PA state RT license.

Credentials

• Respiratory Therapist (Required)
• State of Pennsylvania Respiratory Care License, active and maintained per regulations.
• Registered by the NBRC.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (recommended for critical care RTs).
• NRP certification within 6 months of hire if applicable.

Education or Experience

• Associate of Arts or Science (Required) or equivalent experience.
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care program or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 1+ years clinical experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree required for HUP employees as of 1/1/16.

We believe the best care starts with the best care for our employees. Our benefits include comprehensive compensation, tuition assistance, and more. Penn Medicine is an Equal Opportunity employer.