Respiratory Care Practitioner, Cardiopulmonary Rehab - Per Diem, Egg Harbor Township

Virtua Medical Group, PA; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Retirement plan options

Job summary

Virtua Health is seeking a part-time Respiratory Therapist for on-site duties at Egg Harbor, NJ. The role involves patient care for cardio-respiratory deficiencies, developing care plans, administering treatments, and educating patients and families.

Per diem employment with competitive hourly pay, eligible for a full benefits package for both full-time and part-time colleagues. Requirements include an AMA approved Respiratory Care program, NJ licensure, NBRC credentials, and BLS; ACLS preferred

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved program of study in Respiratory Care with a high school diploma
• Registered or Registry Eligible as a Respiratory Therapist per NBRC
• BLS credential; ACLS credential (or within 6 months of hire)
• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the NJ State Board

Responsibilities

• Performs patient assessments and develops individualized respiratory care plans.
• Administers treatments/medications as prescribed by the physician.
• Demonstrates competency in all aspects of invasive and non-invasive ventilator care.
• Demonstrates competency in Blood Gas Laboratory procedures as applicable by location.
• Provides patient and family education on medications, diseases, treatments, and wellness strategies.
• Sets up, operates, and maintains medical gas delivery and airway humidification systems.
• Documents patient care activities using computer information management systems.

Education

AMA approved program of study in Respiratory Care

Job description

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.

If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.

In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations , we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our EatWell food access program , telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location:

Egg Harbor - 3121 Fire Road

Remote Type:

On-Site

Employment Type:

Employee

Employment Classification:

Per Diem

Time Type:

Part time

Work Shift:

1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours:

0

Job Information:

Summary:

Responsible for the treatment, care, and management of patients with cardio-respiratory deficiencies or abnormalities. Serves as a clinical resource in all areas of patient care and contributes to the overall quality of patient care.

Position Responsibilities:

• Performs patient assessments and develops individualized respiratory care plans.
• Administers treatments/medications as prescribed by the physician.
• Demonstrates competency in all aspects of invasive and non-invasive ventilator care.
• Demonstrates competency in all aspects of the Blood Gas Laboratory and/or Laboratory procedures regarding Blood Gases (location dependent)
• Provides patient and family education on medications, disease processes, treatments, and wellness strategies
• Setup, operates, and maintains medical gas delivery and airway humidification systems.
• Documents patient care activities using computer information management systems

Required Experience:

• RRT new graduates accepted. CRT with 10 years of experience. CRT with less than 10 years of experience will be required to earn their RRT credential within one year.

Required Education:

• Graduate of an AMA approved program of study in Respiratory Care with a high school diploma

Training/Certifications/Licensure:

• Registered or Registry Eligible as a Respiratory Therapist as determined by the National Board for Respiratory Care. BLS credential. ACLS credential (or must obtain ACLS within 6 months of hire). Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the New Jersey State Board of Respiratory Care.

Hourly Rate:

$50.25

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to:

• medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance
• health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement)
• paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance
• tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions.

Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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