Respiratory Therapist

Valley Health; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Valley Health is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist Float to work on third shift. The position offers a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance for the qualified candidate.

The Respiratory Therapist Float will provide care across multiple age groups, focusing on clinical excellence and participation in a multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates will have necessary certifications and a commitment to patient-centered care within the Valley Health mission.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist is required.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License for West Virginia and Virginia are required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications are required.
• National Board for Respiratory Care Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Provider certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Administers all therapy modalities to patients.
• Performs airway clearance therapy.
• Monitors mechanical ventilators.
• Conducts assessments.
• Participates in emergency response situations.

Skills

Strong motivational skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Ability to handle stressful situations

Education

Completion of an accredited educational program for Respiratory Care

Tools

EHR system

Job description

Respiratory Therapist Float - Full Time Third Shift

Sign-on bonus and relocation may be available.

The Respiratory Therapist Float II participates on the clinical ladder which reflects a degree of professional practice and clinical expertise. The Respiratory Therapist Float II serves all six Valley Health System hospitals.

The Respiratory Therapist II cares for patients in the neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups and provides services in accordance with specific physician orders, department policies, procedures and protocols. The Respiratory Therapist II is responsible for patient assessments, patient education, implementation of therapy and the evaluation of the effectiveness of therapy. The Respiratory Therapist II is an active participant in a multidisciplinary team and communicates the needs of the patient with the physician and members of the care health team.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Administers all therapy modalities to patients per physician orders and/or protocols and policies.
• Performs non-invasive SpO2 monitoring through pulse oximetry via overnight studies, exercise, continuous and spot checks.
• Performs airway clearance therapy.
• Performs basic operations in the EHR system.
• Performs regular assessment rounds.
• Performs equipment cleaning and set up.
• Performs arterial puncture and blood gas analysis.
• Performs cardiopulmonary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Initiates, operates, and monitors mechanical ventilators.
• Sets up and operates non-invasive ventilation therapy.
• Sets up and manages high flow oxygen therapy.
• Responds and participates appropriately in rapid response and emergency situations.
• Responds and participates in all code situations.
• Responds and participates in all trauma activations.
• Assists in bedside therapeutic bronchoscopies as needed.
• Assists in intubations as needed.
• Responsible to provide a thorough and accurate report to oncoming staff upon shift end.

Education

Completion of an accredited educational program for Respiratory Care is required.

Experience

2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist is required.

Certification & Licensures

Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License for West Virginia and Virginia are required.

BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification – American Heart “Healthcare Provider” (HCP) – AHA approved required. New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to the completion of orientation.

ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) Certification or EKG & Pharmacology Course is required.

National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) with 5 years of experience or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is required.

Neonatal Resuscitation Provider certification is required.

Qualifications

• Strong motivational, time management, and organizational skills required
• Ability to demonstrate competency and perform consistently under non-routine conditions and complex situations required
• Ability to model behavior aligned with Valley Health mission, vision, and values required
• Ability to work well with client family members to ensure comfort and respect for the client’s illness required
• Ability to demonstrate a professional attitude at all times required
• Ability to handle moderate to high stressful situations in a calm and conscientious manner required