Respiratory Care Specialist — Acute Care

MedStar Health; Sparks Corner (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Maryland seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner to deliver respiratory therapy across patient populations according to physician orders and established standards. You will monitor equipment, document care, and participate in CPR and airway management as needed.

The role requires an AMA-accredited respiratory care program graduate with an AAS or higher and registry eligibility; a bachelor's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from AMA-accredited program in respiratory care (AAS or higher).
• Bachelor's degree in related healthcare field preferred.
• Registry eligible required.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care per physician orders following established standards and protocols.
• Operate and monitor respiratory care equipment and services.
• Review electronic medical records and physician orders during shift.
• Respond to CPR and airway management and maintain patient safety as needed.

Skills

Respiratory care knowledge

Equipment operation

Teamwork

Communication

Calm under pressure

Patient assessment

Education

AAS in Respiratory Care

Bachelor's degree in related healthcare field

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

MedStar Health in Maryland seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner to deliver respiratory therapy across patient populations according to physician orders and established standards. You will monitor equipment, document care, and participate in CPR and airway management as needed.

The role requires an AMA-accredited respiratory care program graduate with an AAS or higher and registry eligibility; a bachelor's degree is preferred.