Respiratory Therapist - Adult

MedStar Health; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Licensed Respiratory Therapist to join their team at West Virginia University Hospitals. The role involves evaluating and caring for respiratory therapy patients while managing therapeutic services. Preferred candidates will have a background in hospital settings with relevant certifications, ensuring high standards of patient care.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus Eligible

Qualifications

• Licensed by the West Virginia Board of Respiratory Care as a Licensed Respiratory Therapist.
• Two years respiratory therapy experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides evaluation of and care for respiratory therapy patients.
• Administers prescribed respiratory therapeutic services.
• Performs mechanical ventilation for patients of all ages.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

Licensed Respiratory Therapist

Basic Life Support certification

ACLS, PALS, NRP certifications

Job description

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Sign-On Bonus Eligible

Responsibilities: Provides evaluation of and care for respiratory therapy patients. Administers prescribed respiratory therapeutic services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
• Licensed by the West Virginia Board of Respiratory Care as a Licensed Respiratory Therapist - Registered (LRTR), or applicable state where services will be performed, or temporary license if permitted by state regulations.
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS, PALS, NRP, and/or other certifications may be required within 30 days of hire based on local hospital requirements. Refer to the list below for specific hospital requirements:

• BARNS: ACLS
• BMC: POCT within 30 days; ACLS, PALS, NRP within 6 months
• CCMC: ACLS in Cardiac Pulmonary Rehab
• GRMC: ACLS
• HARR: ACLS
• JMC: POCT within 30 days; ACLS, PALS, NRP within 6 months
• PCH: ACLS, PALS, NRP, STABLE
• PVH: ACLS
• RMH: NRP
• UHC: ACLS
• UNTWN: ACLS

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: Two (2) years respiratory therapy experience in a hospital setting.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following are general responsibilities; other duties may be assigned:

1. Performs basic and advanced therapeutic procedures for neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients by physician's order.
2. Checks, assembles, and performs quality control on respiratory care equipment.
3. Initiates, maintains, and discontinues mechanical ventilation for patients of all ages.
4. Communicates effectively with healthcare team members regarding patient care.
5. Assists with patient and family education.
6. Participates in quality assurance and performance improvement activities.
7. Performs diagnostic procedures as ordered.
8. Maintains professional competency according to standards.
9. Demonstrates departmental competencies.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull 40 pounds.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Maintains a safe environment, aware of infection control and environmental factors.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Good interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, problem solve, and make decisions.

Additional Information:

Review the detailed job description and minimum qualifications by clicking the link provided.

Schedule: 24 hours per week, Day shift, Non-Exempt

Location: WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals, 1 Medical Center Drive, Morgantown, WV

Equal Opportunity Employer

WVUHS is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination based on protected characteristics.