Registered Respiratory Therapist — $10K Sign-On Bonus

Henrico, Parham & Retreat Doctors' Hospitals; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) plan with match

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Henrico Doctors' Hospital in Richmond, VA is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide adult critical care and respiratory support across units. You will administer therapy per physician orders, operate ventilators, perform blood gas analyses and respond to code calls.

The role offers mentorship, stable scheduling, and opportunities for professional growth. Minimum qualifications include Virginia licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, 1 year of adult critical care experience, and NBRC

Qualifications

• One-year adult critical care experience.
• Strong clinical skills in mechanical ventilation, blood gas analysis and oximetry.

Responsibilities

• Administers all therapy modalities to adult patients per physician orders.
• Initiates, operates and monitors mechanical ventilators, and NIVV.
• Performs arterial puncture, and blood gas and electrolyte analysis.
• Responds to all Code Blue and Rapid Response Calls.
• Adheres to established quality control protocol.
• Verifies all physician orders prior to therapy.
• Conducts thorough, accurate report to oncoming staff.
• Enters all patient interventions and updates into Meditech.
• Enters therapy charges and supplies.
• Participates in all areas of departmental duties, including assistance in new employee orientation and continuing education.

Skills

Adult critical care experience

Mechanical ventilation

Blood gas analysis

Oximetry

Education

High School diploma or GED

NBRC RRT credential

Job description

Henrico Doctors' Hospital in Richmond, VA is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide adult critical care and respiratory support across units. You will administer therapy per physician orders, operate ventilators, perform blood gas analyses and respond to code calls.

The role offers mentorship, stable scheduling, and opportunities for professional growth. Minimum qualifications include Virginia licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, 1 year of adult critical care experience, and NBRC