Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) $20k Sign-On, FT

Lifepoint Health; Beckley (WV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $20,000

Comprehensive benefits

PTO and disability insurance

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Raleigh General Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join our team. You will deliver respiratory care, monitor patient progress, and educate families as part of a dedicated care team.

A sign-on bonus of $20,000 is offered with a path to professional growth and comprehensive benefits. Graduate of an accredited respiratory care program with RRT credentials and WV state licensure is required; BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP certifications should be obtained within the

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Respiratory Care program; RRT credential preferred
• Associate degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent required
• Licensure as Respiratory Therapist in West Virginia
• BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP certifications to be obtained within stated timelines
• Ability to work under medical supervision and perform duties with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory care services to patients in all hospital areas under medical supervision
• Adapt to different duty areas and job assignments
• Possibly supervise other respiratory care practitioners
• Participate in orientation and in-service education
• Perform testing and analysis of lung function and blood gas samples
• Deliver and monitor ordered therapies and document patient responses
• Educate patients and families about illnesses and community resources
• Maintain, stock, and sterilize respiratory care equipment and supplies
• Calibrate machines and perform preventive maintenance as needed
• Respond to codes and emergent calls and provide appropriate treatments

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Critical Thinking

Supervision

Patient Education

Education

Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Care

Job description

Raleigh General Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join our team. You will deliver respiratory care, monitor patient progress, and educate families as part of a dedicated care team.

A sign-on bonus of $20,000 is offered with a path to professional growth and comprehensive benefits. Graduate of an accredited respiratory care program with RRT credentials and WV state licensure is required; BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP certifications should be obtained within the