Registered Respiratory Therapist

Lehigh Valley Hospital, Inc.; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a nationally recognized health network as a Registered Respiratory Therapist, where you will play a vital role in patient care. This position involves administering respiratory therapy, managing critical care patients, and educating them on essential techniques and equipment. With a focus on teamwork and quality outcomes, you will be part of a passionate team dedicated to providing exceptional health care. Enjoy a rewarding career in a supportive environment, where your contributions will make a significant impact on patient lives. Plus, benefit from a generous sign-on bonus and the opportunity to grow in your profession!

Benefits

Sign On Bonus

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree from an accredited RRT program required.
• RRT and ACLS certifications needed within specified timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory care and manages patient care for cardiopulmonary systems.
• Educates patients on respiratory therapy techniques and equipment.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Mechanical Ventilator Management

Patient Education

Diagnostic Equipment Operation

Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Education

Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

Bi-pap Machines

Aerosol Treatment Equipment

Pulse Oximetry Equipment

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Sign On Bonus $30,000

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce. Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a health care organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Qualified candidates are eligible to receive up to a $30,000 Sign on Bonus!

Summary
Administers all forms of respiratory care, both critical and general therapy, and directs and manages the respiratory and pulmonary care for a designated group of patients. Provides respiratory assessment, support, treatment, and diagnostic tests as part of the healthcare team.

Job Duties

• Conducts evaluation, management and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system.
• Performs inventory of respiratory equipment and maintains adequate stock of equipment.
• Provides respiratory therapy to patients as ordered by physicians according to established standards and practices.
• Trains other staff including physicians and students in issues relevant to respiratory therapy.
• Performs mechanical ventilator management, Bi-pap, and respiratory monitoring.
• Performs emergency cardiopulmonary resuscitation and maintains adequate airways, measures ventilator volumes, pressures, and flows of patients requiring critical care.
• Performs arterial blood gas studies as well as pulse oximetry, interpretation, and analysis.
• Educates patients in collaboration in various clinical situations such as sleep apnea and CPAP machines, proper fitting of mask and headgear, and setting of pressures in concordance to sleep studio requirements.
• Sets-up diagnostic nocturnal sleep screens.
• Sets up, checks equipment, and administers respiratory medication for aerosol treatment as ordered by the physicians/or by patient-driven protocols, charts treatment, response, and progress.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree Graduate from an RRT program accredited by the commission of accreditation for Respiratory Care.
• Less than 1 year.
• Ability to provide respiratory therapy methodologies and techniques.
• Ability to operate and trouble-shoot diagnostic equipment.
• RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist NBRC - State of Pennsylvania within 1 Year.
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 60 Days.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days.
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 60 Days.
• NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program - State of Pennsylvania within 60 Days.
• RCP - Respiratory Care Practitioner - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree Graduate from an RRT program accredited by the commission of accreditation for Respiratory Care.

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Location
Lehigh Valley Hospital- Carbon
2128 Blakeslee Boulevard Dr E, 18235, Lehighton, United States
Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hecktown Oaks Easton, PA 18045
Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest Allentown, PA 18103-6202

Job Category
Allied Health Professionals

Job ID
wd-JR102358

Posted
November 4, 2024

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy.