Respiratory Therapist

Tower Health; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Program

Life Insurance

Job summary

Tower Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist based in Reading, Pennsylvania. The role involves assessing patient conditions, developing care plans, and providing comprehensive respiratory care. Candidates must hold a PA Respiratory Therapist License and be certified as a Respiratory Therapist Registered (CRT or RRT). The position offers competitive benefits, including tuition assistance and flexible scheduling, and operates within a Magnet-designated hospital known for academic excellence and clinical advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• PA Respiratory Therapist License required.
• Must hold NBRC Respiratory Therapist Registered (CRT or RRT).
• Evening and night shifts incentivized with 12.5% differential.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient's condition and evaluate data for respiratory care.
• Participate in developing and delivering the respiratory care plan.

Skills

Patient assessment

Respiratory care planning

Clinical advancement

Education

Post High School Diploma Program

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Job Summary

The Respiratory Therapist:

• Assesses patient's condition and evaluates all data to determine the appropriateness of the prescribed respiratory care.
• Participates in the development and delivery of the respiratory care plan in accordance with department policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Generous time off, tuition assistance, and comprehensive benefits
• Instant access throughout the pay period with Tower Advance Pay, ensuring financial flexibility and convenience
• Employee Assistance Program, Retirement Savings Program, Life Insurance, and more!

Qualifications

New increased rates and shift differentials for evenings/nights: 12.5%

Schedule: 3pm-11:30pm, or 7pm-7am / Every other or Every 3rd Weekend

Education Requirements

• Post High School Diploma Program

Certification and Licensure

• PA Respiratory Therapist License
• NBRC Respiratory Therapist Registered (CRT or RRT)
• BLS Certification

Engage in our Career Advancement Program (CAP) designed to provide therapists an opportunity for clinical advancement, recognition and financial incentives.

Why Reading Hospital?

• Magnet designated, 697-bed hospital with 115-bed ED, Level I Trauma Center, and Level III NICU
• Have your voice heard through shared governance
• Recognized by Healthgrades 50 Best Hospitals Award (2022-2023)
• PSRC Department of the Year: 2022, 2023, 2024

Overview

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.