Respiratory Care Practitioner II Registered

University of Maryland Medical System; Largo (MD); On-site; USD 47,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Vision & dental

Tuition reimbursement

Paid annual leave

Job summary

University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center in Largo, MD is seeking Respiratory Therapists to join our care team. You will administer respiratory care per physician orders, perform diagnostic evaluations, manage ventilatory support, and partake in education and rehabilitation of patients with cardio-pulmonary conditions.

Qualified candidates have an associate's degree or legacy certificate, Maryland license in good standing, and NBRC CRT/RRT registration within six months; STABLE

Qualifications

• Associate degree or legacy certificate in respiratory care.
• Maryland license in good standing as Respiratory Therapist.
• NBRC CRT and RRT registrations anticipated within six months.
• STABLE neonatal guidelines certification required.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory care as prescribed by physicians.
• Perform diagnostic evaluation and monitor cardiopulmonary status.
• Manage ventilatory support, airway care, and related therapies.
• Educate patients and participate in rehabilitation and discharge planning.

Skills

RRT Experience

Education

Associate's Degree / Legacy Approved Certificate Program

NBRC CRT Certification anticipated

NBRC RRT Certification anticipated

Maryland Respiratory Therapist license

Job description

Job Requirements

Located in Largo in the heart of Prince George's County, our new state-of-the-art regional medical center (University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center) will provide improved access to primary and ambulatory care services and serve as a tertiary care center for critically ill patients. In addition, our new space will allow us to expand our offerings as a community partner to help improve the health status of Prince George's County residents. We are looking for Respiratory Therapists to join our extraordinary Respiratory Care Team at University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center as a number of new career pathways and makes this the perfect time for you to join our team. Our affiliation with the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) has create.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work with a small, cohesive team of experienced professionals
• A comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental coverage including prescription drug coverage.
• Great Work Life Balance: You will accrue paid annual leave; we offer dependent care reimbursement, short/long term disability and an employee assistant program.
• Competitive salary
• Educational Assistance: We support your continuing education and career advancement by offering tuition reimbursement.

General Summary

Respiratory Therapist are health care professionals who administer respiratory care by prescription of the physician. Their responsibilities include the diagnostic evaluation (not limited to: Obtaining and analyzing physiological specimens, interpreting physiologic data, performing tests and studies of the cardiopulmonary system and performing neuropsychological studies), management, education and rehabilitation and care of the patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardio pulmonary system. The practice includes the application of technology and the use of treatment protocols across all care sites including but is not limited to application and monitoring of: Medical gases (excluding anesthetic gases) and environmental control systems, Mechanical ventilatory support, Artificial airway care, Bronchopulmonary hygiene, Pharmacological agents related to respiratory care procedures, Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, Hemodynamic cardiovascular support.

Work Experience

Associate's Degree /Legacy Approved Certificate Program. Working toward an advanced respiratory related credential.One year of experience as an RRTCurrent Maryland license in good standing as a Respiratory Therapist.Registration by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) and Registration as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) within six months of employment.Required: Certification in Pre-Transport/Post-resuscitation Stabilization Care of Sick Infants Guidelines for Neonatal Healthcare Providers (STABLE) is required of staff who care for neonates.

Benefits

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

Compensation

* Pay Range: $34.14-$52.64* Other Compensation (if applicable):