Respiratory Therapist

VHC Health; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

VHC Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver comprehensive respiratory care to assigned patients across care settings. The role requires applying department and hospital policies, with strong communication skills to convey information to the care team.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree in respiratory therapy, active Virginia licensure, CRT certification, and BLS. Experience is not required beyond the minimum, but familiarity with respiratory care protocols is

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in respiratory therapy is required.
• Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist by the Virginia Department of Health Professions required.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect respiratory care to assigned patients.
• Follow department and hospital policies and procedures relevant to respiratory care.
• Communicate and document patient information as part of the care team.

Education

Associate's degree in respiratory therapy

Job description

Position Title

Respiratory Therapist

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

Across all levels the Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for the direct and indirect total respiratory care of his / her assigned patients. The position requires knowledge of both department and hospital policies and procedures relevant to the delivery of respiratory care. Interpretive skills, frequent interactive and consultative associations are inherent in the position. The ability to retrieve, communicate or otherwise present information in a written, auditory or visual fashion is essential. The primary method to express or exchange ideas is through the spoken word. Written, telephone, and manual dexterity skills are required for this position.

Education:

Associate's degree in respiratory therapy is required.

Experience:

Under one year of experience is required.

Certification/Licensure:

Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist by the Virginia Department of Health Professions required.

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) required.

BLS certification required.

Additional Job Description

At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities.In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families.VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions.The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law.VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.