Registered Respiratory Therapist - PRN

Davita Inc.; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A community health care provider seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner for flexible, on-call shifts at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. The role involves assessing patients, conducting diagnostic tests, and implementing therapies to improve patient health outcomes. Applicants must be licensed with certifications in ACLS and CPR; an associate's degree is mandatory, and a bachelor's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Respiratory Care Practitioner program.
• Current active license from the State of Maryland.
• Registered by the National Board of Respiratory Care.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunctions.
• Perform diagnostic tests and apply therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team for treatment recommendations.

Skills

Patient assessment

Diagnostic testing

Therapeutic interventions

Team collaboration

Continuous improvement

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Care

Bachelor's degree (desirable)

Job description

Location: Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center,
Columbia,
MD 21044

Category: Respiratory

Schedule: Day Shift

Employment Type: Casual \/ On Call

You belong here

Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center is a private, not-for-profit, community health care provider, governed by a community-based board of trustees. As a member of Johns Hopkins Medicine, Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center is a 266-bed acute care facility that has been serving the community for nearly 40 years. We can offer the most advanced, innovative technology with the collaboration and teamwork typically found in a community hospital. Our exceptional employee development programs offer unlimited career growth potential.

Job Duties: Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)

The Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) will work in various departments, including Inpatient and Emergency Room (ER), Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Diagnostics, as well as Electroencephalography (EEG) and Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV) Studies.

Under medical direction or clinical protocols, the RCP provides care for patients with cardiopulmonary, neurological, or other organ system dysfunctions. Responsibilities include assessing patients, collecting relevant data, performing diagnostic tests, applying therapeutic interventions, and recommending treatments to the healthcare team.

The position also emphasizes continuous improvement of work procedures to save time and reduce costs.

The RCP plays a vital role in helping patients achieve their maximum level of function and maintain a high quality of life.

Casual (12 hours per week)

Day Shift

Every third weekend

Education: Graduate of an approved Respiratory Care Practitioner program. associate's degree required; BS/BA degree is desirable.

License/Certification:

• Current active license from the State of Maryland Physician Board Quality Assurance (MPBQA). Registered by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Current CPR CERTIFICATION.
• Definitions of the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) are as follows: RR-Registered Respiratory Therapist (Advanced Practitioner) required effective 3/1/2020
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is required within six months of hire. Pediatric advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred

Salary Range: Minimum $44.00/hour - Maximum $44.00/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.

In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

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Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.