Respiratory Therapist

Ascension; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for the night shift at their Baltimore facility. In this role, you will provide critical care for patients with respiratory issues, develop treatment plans, and ensure optimal patient outcomes. The position offers a competitive salary with benefits including paid time off and a sign-on bonus. Join a dedicated team committed to providing outstanding care in a faith-based health system.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits with employer match

Long-term and short-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire required.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner certification required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist credential required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
• Develop and implement patient care plans.
• Educate patients and families about health conditions.

Skills

Patient care

Respiratory care modalities

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or Technical degree

Job description

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• Schedule: 36 Hours/Week - Night Shift 7:00pm-7:30am
• Hospital: Ascension St. Agnes
• Salary: $34.71 - $48.39 per hour
  
  

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Details

• Department: Respiratory Therapy
• Schedule: 36 Hours/Week - Night Shift 7:00pm-7:30am
• Hospital: Ascension St. Agnes
• Location: Baltimore, MD
• Salary: $34.71 - $48.39 per hour
  
  

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.

Responsibilities

Provide evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.

• Assess patient for appropriate type, and frequency of treatment and develop a plan of care based on diagnosis.
• Implement and monitor patient care plan and equipment.
• Monitor, record and communicate patient condition. Performs advanced respiratory care modalities.
• Evaluate respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.
• Educate the patient and family about the health condition, and provides information about community support groups, and other available programs.
• Respond to emergency resuscitation team code.
  
  

Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Maryland Board of Physicians obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross preferred
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross preferred.
• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.
  
  

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
  
  

Additional Preferences

• Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Maryland Board of Physicians obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required
• Registration as a Respiratory Therapist from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required
  
  

Why Join Our Team

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

Pay Non-Discrimination Notice

Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.

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