Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory

Penn State Health; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Fitness discounts

Paid time off

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee recognition program

HR support

Job summary

Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a PRN role. The position involves 12-hour shifts with varied hours, including evening and night differential pay, and requires licensure in the state. AHA BLS is required before orientation, with ACLS/PALS and NRP preferred or soon-to-be obtained.

Live and work in Lancaster, PA as part of a respected health system. Responsibilities include patient assessment, implementing prescribed respiratory

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as a Respiratory Therapist by the state of employment is required.
• AHA BLS certification required prior to orientation.

Responsibilities

• Performs day-to-day activities of the Respiratory Services Department and satellites under supervision.
• Performs patient assessment and prescribed therapeutic procedures with appropriate modalities.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Skills

Respiratory Therapist license

BLS (AHA) CPR

Team collaboration

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory

Penn State Health -Lancaster Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Lancaster
Work Type:PRN
FTE:0.0001
Shift:Varied
Evening Shift Differential: $2.00/hour
Night Shift Differential: $2.50/hour
Hours:12-hour shifts
Recruiter Contact:Trevor Smith at [e-mail]

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Performs the day-to-day activities of the Respiratory Services Department and all of its satellites under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, concentrating in those specialty areas where certification has been obtained by the National Board of Respiratory Care. Performs patient assessment and conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures and implements appropriate modalities accordingly. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to achieve optimal patient outcomes consistent with evidence-based practice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• Licensed to practice as a Respiratory Therapist by the state of employment required.
• AHA BLS required prior to orientation completion

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• ACLS and PALS certification
• NRP required within six (6) months of hire

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH LANCASTER MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center is a 341,000-square-foot 129-bed acute care hospital that will give residents of Lancaster and York counties enhanced access to Penn State Health’s expertise and specialty services! Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our team is committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community, and each other.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU.State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employerand does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

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