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, VA is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a 12-week contract role. This position involves providing advanced respiratory care for various patient populations, serving as a resource for staff and patients, and fulfilling team leader duties when necessary. Candidates must possess relevant licensure and certifications, along with experience in respiratory therapy. Join a dynamic team dedicated to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• One year of work experience as a Respiratory Therapist required.
• Current CPR certification required.

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

Problem solving

Strong recall

Reasoning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

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

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

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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

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