Reg Respiratory Therapist II - Penn Presbyterian (Nights)

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist Level 2 to join their healthcare team. This role involves providing expert respiratory care to patients of all ages, including critical care and emergency situations. You will be responsible for assessing pulmonary status, administering treatments, and maintaining advanced respiratory equipment. The position offers a collaborative environment where your contributions will directly impact patient care and outcomes. Join a mission-driven organization that prioritizes both patient and employee well-being, and take the next step in your career with this exciting opportunity.

Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Employee Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience after graduation from an accredited respiratory care program.
• Maintain active RT credentials and PA state RT license.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical assessments and recommend appropriate respiratory care.
• Administer oxygen and aerosolized medications to patients.
• Respond to hospital emergencies and perform diagnostic tests.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Oxygen Administration

Mechanical Ventilation

Aerosolized Medication Delivery

Emergency Response

Education

Associate of Arts or Science

Bachelor of Arts or Science

Tools

BiPAP & CPAP Devices

Mechanical Ventilators

Diagnostic Testing Equipment

Job description

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 for this leading academic medical center means 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) is a member of the healthcare team who provides expertise in managing patients of all ages with respiratory disease or acute conditions impacting their ability to breathe. The RT2 provides respiratory care in general, critical care, and emergency room environments. This position is part of an internal HUP clinical advancement program and requires a minimum of one year of experience after graduation from an accredited respiratory care program.

Responsibilities:

• Perform physical assessment of a patient’s pulmonary status and recommend appropriate respiratory care.
• Administer oxygen via various standard and specialized devices, including heated high flow 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 on patients with 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 such as rapid response and code calls.
• Utilize approved RT protocols.
• Perform ABG and other diagnostic tests to evaluate disease extent or treatment effectiveness.
• Perform EKG testing, phlebotomy, IV insertion, and other responsibilities based on department needs.
• Document patient care activities and enter charges electronically.
• Complete annual competencies and continuing education as 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 (Required), registered by the NBRC, and active per state and NBRC regulations.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (recommended for Critical Care-primary RT).
• NRP certification required within 6 months of hire for ICN staff.

Education or Equivalent Experience:

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

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees stay healthy. We offer comprehensive compensation, including a top tuition assistance program. Penn Medicine employees are committed to our mission, making advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital or familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship, military status, or protected veteran status.