Respiratory Therapist

Inova Health; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Inova Health seeks experienced Respiratory Therapists for night shift roles across its hospitals. Successful candidates will deliver advanced respiratory interventions and collaborate within a patient care team. Inova offers competitive pay, sign-on bonuses, and numerous benefits, ensuring a robust work-life balance.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Flexible work schedules

Mental health support

Qualifications

• Certified Respiratory Therapist by NBRC and eligible for NBRCAP.
• RT License and eligible to practice in Virginia.
• Advanced certifications (ACLS, PALS) must be obtained within a year.

Responsibilities

• Administers advanced respiratory therapeutic interventions.
• Formulates and manages mechanical ventilation plans with high proficiency.
• Performs clinical assessments of the cardiopulmonary system.

Skills

Advanced respiratory therapeutic interventions

Patient education and training

Clinical assessment of cardiopulmonary system

Education

Graduate of an accredited CoARC respiratory care program

Job description

Inova is looking for experienced Respiratory Therapists to join the team. This is a full-time, night shift role (7 p.m. to 7 a.m.). Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance eligible. Positions available at all Inova hospitals:
* Inova Alexandria Hospital- 4320 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA 22304
* Inova Fair Oaks Hospital-3600 Joseph Siewick Dr, Fairfax, VA 22033
* Inova Loudoun Hospital-44045 Riverside Pkwy, Leesburg, VA 20176
* Inova Mount Vernon Hospital- 2501 Parkers Ln, Alexandria, VA 22306
* Inova Fairfax Medical Campus- 3300 Gallows Rd, Falls Church, VA 22042

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

*Featured Benefits:*
* *Committed to Team Member Health:* offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
* *Retirement:* Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
* *Tuition and Student Loan Assistance:* offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
* *Mental Health Support:* offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
* *Work/Life Balance:* offering paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work schedules, and remote and hybrid career opportunities.

*Respiratory Therapist Job Responsibilities:*
* Administers advanced respiratory therapeutic interventions (e.g., heliox, nitric oxide, CNB, Chest Wall Oscillation, etc.).
* Establishes and manages basic mechanical ventilation with commonly used ventilators with high proficiency and minimal-to-no-supervision. Moderate-to-frequent use of more complex forms of mechanical ventilation (e.g., HFO, NPPV, PRVC, transport) with proficiency and occasional supervision.
* Formulates a sound plan-of-care for patients based on diagnostics data, response-to-therapy, and the physiologic profile. Routinely refines the ventilator care plan and communicates to the patient care team. Educates and trains patients and/or family members.
* Performs basic clinical assessments of the cardiopulmonary system. Occasionally performs more thorough, advanced cardiopulmonary clinical assessments, with appropriate inclusion of other systems (e.g., cardiovascular, nutritional, neurologic, etc.).
* Performs weaning mechanic with high proficiency.
* Meets Clinical Ladder core requirement criteria. Documents according to protocols and/or charting templates.
* Supports the advancement of the respiratory care profession by participating in one system, hospital, department, or professional initiative. Takes an active and positive role in training, educating and orienting team members and students.

*Respiratory Therapist (RT) 1 Requirements:*
* *Work Schedule*: 12-hour night shifts 7 p.m. – 7 a.m.
* *Education*: Graduate of an accredited CoARC (The Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) respiratory care program
* *Certification*: Certified Respiratory Therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and eligible to sit for the NBRCAP. Basic Life Support from American Heart Association.
* *Licensure*: RT License and eligible to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia

*Respiratory Therapist (RT) 2 Requirements:*
* *Work Schedule*: 12-hour night shifts 7 p.m. – 7 a.m.
* *Education*: Graduate of an accredited CoARC (Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) respiratory care program
* *Experience*: Six months in a critical care environment or one or more years of specialized training in advanced diagnostics/pulmonary rehab as a practicing respiratory therapist.
* *Certification*: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) OR more than 10 years of experience as a Certified Respiratory Therapist as defined by the NBRC. Basic Life Support from American Heart Association. Advanced Certifications (ACLS, PALS or NRP) must be obtained within one year from date of hire.
* *Licensure*: RT License and eligible to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia

*Respiratory Therapist (RT) 3 Requirements:*
* *Work Schedule*: 12-hour night shifts 7 p.m. – 7 a.m.
* *Education*: Graduate of an accredited CoARC (Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) respiratory care program
* *Experience*: Two years in a critical care environment
* *Certification*: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) AND one of the following advanced certifications (ACLS, PALS or NRP). OR advanced credential (ACCS, AEC, NPS, RPFT, CPFT or SDS) OR a relevant bachelor’s degree. Basic Life Support from American Heart Association.
* *Licensure*: RT License and eligible to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia

*About Us:*

We are Inova, Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 24,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better — to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare.

_Inova Health is an Equal Opportunity. 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._

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $32.00 - $51.00 per hour

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee discount
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Referral program
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Shift:
* 12 hour shift
* Night shift
* Rotating shift

Work Location: In person