Registered Respiratory Therapist - Adults

LeadingAge Virginia; Roanoke (VA); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 63.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Sign-on bonus

Shift differential

Relocation assistance

Zusammenfassung

Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, VA is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide adult respiratory care during a night shift. The role includes ICU and home care opportunities, with a strong emphasis on patient advocacy and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Compensation includes a $20,000 sign-on bonus, shift differential and potential relocation assistance of $7,000; licensure and continuing education are encouraged.

Qualifikationen

• Associate degree or certification from a CoARC approved program.
• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner by the VA State Board.
• RRT credential by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Be able to obtain BLS within 3 months of employment.

Aufgaben

• Deliver respiratory care procedures in general and ICU areas.
• Collaborate with health care team to develop age-specific plans.
• Administer treatments and medications and document appropriately.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care needs.
• Participate in performance improvement and competency validation.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

RRT certification

BLS within 3 months

Ausbildung

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Jobbeschreibung

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Adults

Employment Status:

Full time

Shift:

Night (United States of America)

Facility:

1906 Belleview Ave SE - Roanoke

Requisition Number:

R149515 Registered Respiratory Therapist - Adults (Open)

How You'll Help Transform Healthcare:

$20,000 SIGN ON BONUS

Additional Pay for Shift Differential and Extra Shift Incentive

$7,000 relocation assistance available.

Here is your opportunity to work in a challenging and impactful environment defined by compassion, innovation, and a deep commitment to your personal well-being and professional development. As a Registered Respiratory Therapist on our team, you will deliver the best therapeutic, diagnostic, and life-support respiratory care procedures in general and intensive patient care areas, or home care environments.

• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patient care in order to achieve optimum patient outcomes for patients of all ages as appropriate to service area.
• Age specific ongoing assessments are completed, documented and used to develop a plan of care.
• Collaborates with members of the health care team/patient/ family to develop, implement, and evaluate an age-specific interdisciplinary plan of care. Revises plan according to changes in patient status.
• Treatments and medications for patients of all ages are accurately administered and documented.
• Patient/family (caregiver) educational needs are identified in a timely manner, incorporated into the plan of care, implemented and documented appropriately.
• Actively participates in performance improvement program by obtaining desired outcomes. Assures personal and professional development through participation in educational activities and completion of annual competency validation.
• Consistently demonstrates the role of patient advocate, protector of patients rights, and provider of psychological/social/cultural support.
• Applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients served.
• Determines and performs within clinical, leadership and/or education pathways to support (direct/indirect) evidenced based, quality patient care service and performance improvement.
• Exhibits clinical expertise in rapidly changing circumstances.
• Plans strategies to reduce length of stay, turn around time, resource consumption and improve patient outcomes.
• Functions as role model for clinical practice to coworker, students, and physicians.
• Manages resources, establishes priorities, and modifies environment to meet patient care needs.
• Completes manager/director predetermined projects within specified time frame and according to pre-established guidelines.
• Uses problem-solving methods to facilitate resolution to patient and personnel situations that present in the work area.
• Takes an active role in the orientation of new employees.
• Provides feedback to staff using appropriate communication and documentation.
• Provides input into practice, environment and work issues by participating on unit, hospital and/or organization activities which facilitate staff participation/input in decision making.
• Assists with providing educational activities for the respiratory care department, other hospital departments and the community.

What We Require:

Education: Associate degree and/or certification required from a CoARC (Committee on Accreditation of Respiratory Care Education) approved school of respiratory therapy.

Experience: N/A

Licensure: Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner by the VA State Board of Medicine. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Effective interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills required. Must successfully complete orientation and competency validation for position. Be able to acquire BLS within 3 months of employment in this position or as determined by department. Some areas may require ACLS, NRP, PALS certification within one year of employment.

This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Compensation Range: $30.47 - $45.71

Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. Thats why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life at work and when youre away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, well enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training