Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)/Respiratory Therapist (RT) - PRN | Wilkes-Barre Specialty

PAM Health; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to caring for critically ill patients as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. This role requires a commitment to delivering high-quality respiratory care in a supportive environment. You will perform essential therapy and diagnostic procedures while ensuring all equipment is maintained. With over 80 hospital locations, this established healthcare provider offers a collaborative atmosphere where your skills will make a significant impact on patient outcomes. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to grow in your profession, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be certified or licensed to practice respiratory care.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine therapy and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures.
• Maintain all equipment in working order and provide phlebotomy.

Skills

Patient Care

Respiratory Therapy

Phlebotomy

Basic Laboratory Testing

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

Overview

We are looking for aRespiratory 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.

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.

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.