Respiratory Therapist

Duke PF; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $8,000 Relocation Assistance

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Duke PF is looking for qualified Respiratory Care Practitioners in Raleigh, North Carolina to perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for neonatal and pediatric patients. Candidates must complete an AMA approved program and hold necessary certifications.

This role involves administering therapies, conducting various procedures, and ensuring adherence to health standards. Join us in making a positive impact on patients' lives with your expertise and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Completion of required educational programs in respiratory care.
• North Carolina State Licensure or National Board for Respiratory Care certification.
• Experience may vary based on role level.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapy treatments as directed by physician.
• Perform diagnostic cardiopulmonary procedures.
• Educate patients and families on treatment processes.

Skills

Clinical decision-making

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

Completion of AMA approved associates degree or equivalent

Completion of 2 year AMA approved respiratory care program

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Job description

At Duke Health, we’re driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke Raleigh Hospital, A Campus of Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with the Duke Raleigh Campus in Raleigh, North Carolina. With 204 beds, it is the third largest of Duke Health’s four hospitals and offers a comprehensive array of services, including cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, advanced gastrointestinal, and wound healing care.

****** Up to $8,000 Relocation Assistance eligible if qualified

Job Description

Perform diagnostic and therapeutic clinical procedures as defined in the Respiratory Care Services scope of clinical practice. Work performed in accordance with physician orders. Defined duties are performed in neonatal and pediatric patient populations.

Duties and responsibilities

• Administer oxygen, aerosolized medication via Intermittent Positive Pressure Breathing (IPPB), Intermittent Aerosol Therapy (IAT) and Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI) and incentive breathing devices.
• Perform nasotracheal and artificial airway suctioning, CPR and bag‑mask ventilation, pulse oximetry monitoring, arterial blood gas punctures and bedside pulmonary mechanics.
• Diagnostic cardiopulmonary procedures, pulmonary function studies, EKGs and cardiac monitoring.
• Assure correct set‑up, safety and function of all equipment/supplies necessary in the provision of patient care.
• Assure adherence to all infectious disease standards in the delivery of all patient care procedures.
• Understands pharmacological indications, dosages and response to adverse drug reactions.
• Provides education to patients, families, physicians, nursing and other members of the health care team.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Required Qualifications at this Level

Education

RCP

• Completion of AMA 2 approved year Associates Degree, or the equivalent program.

RCP Advanced

• Completion of a 2 year AMA approved respiratory care program (Associates Degree or the equivalent).
• Must maintain annual skill maintenance requirements.
• Must maintain annual safety/compliance requirements.
• Must maintain North Carolina annual license requirements for CEUs.

Experience

RCP

• None required.

RCP Advanced

• Six months to one year of clinical experience following graduation from a respiratory care program.

Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification

RCP

• North Carolina State Licensure or North Carolina State Provisional License, Certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• If CRT, must obtain RRT within 6 months of employment.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), and any other applicable certifications applicable to the institution.

RCP Advanced

• North Carolina State Licensure.
• Registry (RRT) by the National Association for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• Certification in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Certification in Neonatal Resuscitation (NRPS) if applicable to institution.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge necessary to make appropriate clinical decisions and interactions relative to the specific age of a patient.
• Skills validation/certifications of competencies for the duties and responsibilities of this level.
• Must maintain annual skill and safety/compliance requirements.
• Must maintain North Carolina annual license requirements for CEU’s.
• Customer service and communication expertise.
• Work involves contact with patients of all ages, family members, physicians, nursing, and all other members of the health care team.
• Work is performed in all areas of the hospital.
• Required to carry emergency airway bag weighing approximately 20 pounds.
• Work requires walking, running, climbing and bending.

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