Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) - FT Days | Wilkes-Barre Specialty

PAM Health; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 62,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Employee Assistance Program

FSA/HSA

Life & Disability

Tuition assistance

Insurance options

Discounts

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

PAM Health Specialty and Rehabilitation Hospital of Covington is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) to support inpatient care for a diverse patient population. The role includes routine therapy, diagnostic and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures, and maintaining equipment across PAM Health hospitals.

Candidates must be licensed in their state, hold BLS and ACLS, and have or pursue related credentials.

Qualifications

• Must be certified or licensed in the state where the hospital resides to practice respiratory care.
• Must possess and maintain current BLS and ACLS certification.
• Blood gas licensure required if employed in the state of Nevada.
• High school diploma is required, preferably an associate degree.

Responsibilities

• The Respiratory Care Practitioner performs routine therapy, diagnostic and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures for patients in PAM Health hospitals and maintains equipment in working order.
• Provides phlebotomy and basic laboratory testing for the patient population as required or requested.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Skills

Inpatient hospital experience

Phlebotomy

Basic laboratory testing

Education

State respiratory care licensure

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Blood gas licensure (Nevada)

High school diploma or associate degree

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) to join our team and care for our diverse patient population. The ideal candidate will have prior inpatient hospital experience or a desire and commitment to learn.

At PAM Health, we care for chronically and critically ill patients who require extended hospital care. PAM Health has over 80 hospital locations and employs over 11,000 people across the country. Our teams work together to deliver the highest level of compassionate care ensuring the best possible outcome for our patients.

What can we offer you as a full-time employee?

• Medical benefits: EPO/HDHP/HSAoptions, including prescription coverage, Rx ’n Go, and Teladoc
• Comprehensive dental and vision benefits
• Employee Assistance Program, includingcounseling, legal, and financial services
• Flexible spending (FSA) and health savings(HSA)accounts
• Life and Disability insurancebenefits
• Education/In-Service Opportunitiesincluding continuing education and tuition assistance
• Supplemental benefits: Accident, critical illness, cancer, pet, and identity theft protectioninsurance options
• Auto, Home, Cell Phone,and Gym Membership discountofferings
• Personal Travel Discounts
• 401(k) plansand discretionary employer match
• Generous Paid Benefit Time

Responsibilities

The Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) performs routine therapy, diagnostic and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures for patients in PAM Health hospitals and maintains all equipment in working order. Provides phlebotomy and basic laboratory testing for the patient population as required or requested. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

• Education and Training: Must be certified or licensed in the state where the hospital resides to practice respiratory care. Must possess and maintain current BLS and ACLS certification. Blood gas licensure required if employed in the state of Nevada. For hospitals that perform arterial punctures and/or run blood gases, at least a high school diploma is required, preferably an associate degree.
• Experience: Minimum of one-year clinical respiratory experience preferred.

About PAM Health

PAM HEALTH (PAM) based in Enola, Pennsylvania, provides specialty healthcare services through more than 80 locations, as well as wound clinics and outpatient physical therapy locations, in 17 states. PAM Health is committed to providing high-quality patient care and outstanding customer service, coupled with the loyalty and dedication of highly trained staff, to be the most trusted source for post-acute services in every community it serves. Its mission is to serve people by providing compassionate, expert care, and to support recovery through education and research. Joining our PAMily allows you to work in a collaborative environment with colleagues and leadership with exposure to a variety of patient care levels. Aside from our competitive pay, generous paid benefit time, and excellent insurance options, you will also have opportunities for professional growth through our Education Advancement Program. We are excited to learn more about you and hope that you consider joining us on a shared mission to improve the lives of others by being an integral part of our We Care Program. Please take a moment to visit us online at www.PAMHealth.com for a comprehensive look at how we're able to positively impact our local communities.

PAM Health does not discriminate and does not permit discrimination, including, without limitation, bullying, abuse or harassment, on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or HIV status, or based on association with another person on account of that person's actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or HIV status.