Respiratory Therapist 12 Week Contract (TTWP) - CHOR Brook Rd Pavilion - Days

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Richmond, Virginia, is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist for a 12-week contract. The role involves providing advanced respiratory care and serving as a resource for patients and staff. Candidates should hold a valid Virginia license and have at least one year of experience. This position requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• One year of work experience as a Respiratory Therapist required.
• Education and training satisfying eligibility for the National Board for Respiratory Care.

Responsibilities

• Provides safe and effective respiratory care for neonate, pediatric, and adolescent populations.
• Functions as a respiratory care resource and educator for patients and staff.

Skills

Cardiopulmonary assessment

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Respiratory Therapist 12 Week Contract (TTWP) - CHOR Brook Rd Pavilion - Days

Pay Competitive

Location Richmond/Virginia

Employment type Full-Time

Job Description

Req#: R35876 The Registered Respiratory Therapist learns, performs and completes assignments/responsibilities assigned during the transitional duty period. This position provides safe and effective respiratory care as an advanced Respiratory Therapist for neonate, pediatric, and adolescent populations in accordance with discipline training, Clinical Practice Guidelines, and hospital standards and protocols. This position serves as a respiratory care resource and educator for patients, caregivers, hospital staff and students. If applicable, this position functions as a shift team leader in the absence of the supervisor.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Respiratory Therapist required
Current certification or registry from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required
Current CPR certification as required by practice setting
Current related credentials from the NBRC or National Asthma Educator Certification Board (NAECB) preferred
Current ACLS and/or PALS preferred

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
Current license as a Respiratory Therapist by the Commonwealth of Virginia required
Current RRT required
Current CPR certification as required by practice setting
Current NRP certification as required by practice setting

Experience REQUIRED:
One (1) year of work experience as a Respiratory Therapist

Experience PREFERRED:
Two (2) years of work experience as a Respiratory Therapist
Previous affiliation or work experience in a similar practice setting

Education/training REQUIRED:
Education, training and/or experience that has satisfied the eligibility requirements for the National Board for Respiratory Care (or its predecessor organizations)

Education/training PREFERRED:
Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy from a Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredited program

Independent action(s) required:
Cardiopulmonary assessment and monitoring, including during emergency response; airway care; selecting appropriate ventilators and non-ordered ventilator parameters; consulting with physicians and interdisciplinary team members regarding the appropriateness of the patient care plan; and maintaining work areas in a clean and well stocked manner.
Perform shift team leader role in the supervisor’s absence, if applicable.

Additional position requirements: Depending on work assignment, may be required to rotate shifts, work on weekends and holidays and take on-call.

Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based on unit assignment.

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent, change

Days

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.

About the company

VCU Medical Center is Virginia Commonwealth University's medical campus located in downtown Richmond, Virginia in the Court End neighborhood.