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Respiratory Care Practitioner Full-time Nights Sign on Bonus Eligible

Virtua

Camden (NJ)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 90,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join their team. This role involves the comprehensive treatment and management of patients with cardio-respiratory issues, ensuring high-quality patient care through assessment, education, and the administration of treatments. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in both invasive and non-invasive ventilator care and possess the ability to educate patients and their families on wellness and disease management. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

  • Graduate from an AMA approved Respiratory Care program.
  • Registered or Registry Eligible as a Respiratory Therapist.

Responsibilities

  • Assess patients and develop respiratory care plans.
  • Administer treatments and medications as prescribed.
  • Educate patients and families on disease processes.

Skills

Patient Assessment
Invasive Ventilator Care
Non-Invasive Ventilator Care
Blood Gas Laboratory Competency
Education and Wellness Teaching
Medical Gas Systems Management
Computer Information Management Systems

Education

Graduate of an AMA approved program in Respiratory Care
High School Diploma

Job description


Summary:
Responsible for the treatment, care, and management of patients with deficiencies and/or abnormalities of the cardio-respiratory system.
Acts as clinical resource in all areas of patient care and, further, contributes to the overall quality of patient care.

Position Responsibilities:
• Performs assessment of patients and develops their respiratory plan of care.
• 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.
• Teaches and reinforces education on disease process, treatment, and wellness to patient and/or family and the community at large.
• Set-up, operate, and maintain medical gas and airway humidification systems.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to interact/interface with varying computer information management systems in order to document patient care related activities.

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.
Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the New Jersey State Board of Respiratory Care.

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