Respiratory Therapist - Acute Care Champion

MedStar Health; Owings Mills (MD); Sur place; USD 50 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

MedStar Health in Owings Mills, MD, seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide patient-centered respiratory care per physician orders and standards. You will assess needs, document care, and operate respiratory equipment across age groups.

The role requires teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to perform CPR and ventilator management when needed. Minimum education is an Associate's degree in respiratory care with registry eligibility; a BS in a related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in respiratory care required (AAS or higher).
• Bachelor's degree in related healthcare field preferred.
• Less than 1 year acute care experience; registry eligible required.
• Licensure may be Maryland or DC depending on hospital location.

Responsabilités

• Provide respiratory care as ordered by physician according to established standards and protocols.
• Assess patient needs and document physical, psychosocial, educational requirements.
• Perform respiratory therapy treatments and monitor equipment (ventilators, oxygen, humidity, Bronchial hygiene, spirometry, EKG, blood gas analysis).
• Respond to CPR events and assist airway management and ventilation.
• Review EMRs and physician orders throughout shift; promote workflow efficiency and interdepartmental processes.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Team player

Calm under pressure

Patient care knowledge

Formation

Associate's degree in respiratory care

Bachelors degree preferred

Description du poste

MedStar Health in Owings Mills, MD, seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide patient-centered respiratory care per physician orders and standards. You will assess needs, document care, and operate respiratory equipment across age groups.

The role requires teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to perform CPR and ventilator management when needed. Minimum education is an Associate's degree in respiratory care with registry eligibility; a BS in a related field is preferred.