Respiratory Care Practitioner I Registered

University of Maryland Medical System; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 45,956 - 64,333; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Maryland is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner I to provide age-appropriate treatment and support patients under a licensed provider's supervision. Responsibilities include administering therapies, monitoring patient responses, and participating in team-based care. Candidates must possess an Associate's Degree, relevant licensure, and credentials as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Competitive pay range: $33.36-$46.70 per hour. Benefits available.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory program.
• Must have licensure as a Respiratory Care practitioner.
• Credentialing as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required.

Responsibilities

• Manage case loads and respond to patient needs under supervision.
• Administer therapies and monitor patient responses.
• Document patient care activities accurately.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Patient care monitoring

Therapeutic and diagnostic gas administration

Mechanical ventilation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree / Legacy Approved Certificate Program

Tools

Electronic health records systems

Job description

Sign-on Bonus

Sign on bonus offered! Up to $10K.

Overview

Working under regular supervision with approved protocols or under the order of a licensed independent provider (LIP), the Respiratory Care Practitioner I (Registered) executes assignments demonstrating a basic level of clinical competence in Respiratory Care and the continuing development of proficiency in the selection of accurate technical factors on an individual patient basis necessary to evaluate and provide age appropriate treatment across all patient types in all locations to include cardiopulmonary dysfunction secondary to developmental defects, the aging process, physical injury or disease requiring the administration of inhaled medications, utilization of specialized ventilation equipment and performing a variety of respiratory care techniques. Learns and adheres to all department and facility policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Under the oversight of a senior practitioner, may manage an assigned case load and respond to emergent patient needs. Functions as part of a larger team to support all patients under the department’s care.
• Performs respiratory care in varied patient populations. Verifies all interventions are supported by protocol or LIP order. Observes and monitors physical signs and symptoms, general behavior, general physical response to respiratory care procedures. Participates with LIP during patient rounds and in the initiation, modification, or discontinuation of the treatment regimen. Learns and adheres to Joint Commission, State, Federal, organizational and departmental regulatory compliance standards.
• Administers therapeutic and diagnostic gases (exclusive of anesthetic agents), aerosolized medication treatments and chest physiotherapy. Administers invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation and adjusts ventilation equipment to optimize patient support. Ensures correct ventilator alarms and settings. Collaborates with the healthcare team when adjusting ventilation parameters and settings, as necessary in accordance with patient’s response. Evaluates the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions by reviewing chest x-rays, utilizing noninvasive monitor values and laboratory results. Monitors patient appearance and vital signs and consults with the LIP or a senior practitioner as necessary.
• Documents accurate patient care activity in various electronic health records systems.
• Participates in departmental and organizational performance improvement initiatives and efforts to improve workflows, patient experience and quality. Actively participates in student and employee training and education activities.

Education

Associate's Degree / Legacy Approved Certificate Program

Experience

Graduate of an accredited respiratory program.

Licensures / Certifications

• Licensure as a Respiratory Care practitioner by the Maryland Board of Physician Quality Assurance
• Credentialing by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is required
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $33.36-$46.70
• Other Compensation (if applicable): NA

Benefits

Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide.