Respiratory Care Prac-RRT

LifeBridge Health; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 43,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement toward advanced科

On-site parking

Health benefits starting after hire

Wellness programs

Mental health support

Job summary

LifeBridge Health's Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital seeks a Respiratory Therapist to deliver direct patient pulmonary care and manage care plans, documentation, and equipment troubleshooting on a daily basis.

The role requires 1–3 years of experience, an associate degree (AA/BS in Respiratory Care), CRT, RRT, Maryland license or eligibility, and BLS certification; AC LS and PALS preferred with one-year targets.

Qualifications

• Certification as Respiratory Therapist (CRRT) and Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required.
• Maryland license or eligibility to obtain Maryland license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory care procedures and tests per policy.
• Maintains documentation of Respiratory Care interventions (Care Plans, Kardex, daily data).
• Troubleshoots basic equipment problems.
• Tags and logs broken equipment with problem notes.
• Demonstrates compassion and skill while addressing patient needs.
• Documents medical notes and confidentiality-compliant records.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Documentation

Equipment Troubleshooting

Patient Care

Care Plans

Education

Associate's Degree

BS degree in Respiratory Care

Job description

Provides direct patient pulmonary care in the chronic hospital and to other patients of the Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital in accordance with JCAHO, State, Hospital and Departmental Standards.

• Administers all respiratory care procedures and tests as prescribed in accordance with established policy and procedure.
• Maintains and monitors documentation of Respiratory Care interventions such as Care Plans, Medication Kardex, and Patient Daily Data Record.
• Troubleshoots basic equipment problems.
• Tags and logs all broken equipment indicating the nature of the problem.
• Demonstrates understanding, compassion, and skill competence while meeting the psychosocial and psychophysical needs of patients and residents.
• Documents, maintains and files all medical notes, flow-sheets and related documentation appropriately ensuring patient confidentiality is maintained (include updating kardexs and charge reports)

Experience:

• 1-3 years

Education:

• Associate's Degree

Education Note: AA or BS degree in Respiratory Care

Licensures & Certifications:

Required:

• Certified Respiratory Therapist
• Respiratory Care Practitioner License - Current Maryland license or eligibility to obtain Maryland license
• Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Basic Life Support

Preferred:

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Credential Note: ACLS required within one year of hire; PALS required within one year of hire

Pay Range: $31.94 to $54.87 Based On Experience

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire, plus wellness programs and mental health support

403(b) retirement plan with employer match, pension, and life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement toward advanced degrees and specialty certifications

Generous paid time off, fitness discounts, and free on-site parking

About Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center

Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital is a 330-bed specialized care center in Baltimore dedicated to serving individuals with complex medical needs. As part of LifeBridge Health - one of the region's most comprehensive healthcare systems - Levindale delivers expert long-term, rehabilitative, and geriatric care with a mission to improve the health of the communities we serve, and to take care of the people who take care of patients.

About LifeBridge Health

LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.

With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in Maryland.

Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY-where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.

LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.