Respiratory Therapist Certified (CRT), Experienced and New Graduates (Geisinger Medical Center,[...]

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Geisinger Medical Center in Danville is seeking a full-time Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT). The position offers a $15,000 hiring incentive, shift differentials, and a starting rate of $25.60, with higher rates for experienced individuals. The role includes assessing patient needs, managing ventilators, and providing education.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare benefits from day one

Support for ongoing professional growth

Qualifications

• Licensed Respiratory Therapist and Certified Respiratory Therapist (NBRC) required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient respiratory care needs and establish care plans.
• Manage mechanical ventilators and perform routine therapeutic modalities.
• Provide patient education on disease management.

Education

Specialty Training Program

Job description

Job Summary: Geisinger Medical Center Danville is offering a full-time Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) position with a $15,000 hiring incentive for eligible candidates, shift differentials up to $5.50/hour for evenings, nights, and weekends, and a starting rate of $25.60, with higher rates for experienced individuals.

Job Duties

• Assess patient respiratory care needs based on data; plan, organize, perform, and evaluate treatment modalities.
• Perform and document thorough patient assessments and establish care plans.
• Communicate effectively with the care team.
• Perform routine therapeutic modalities and assist with artificial airway care and maintenance.
• Manage mechanical ventilators according to protocols.
• Provide patient and family education on disease management.
• Assist with intra-hospital transport of ventilated patients and manage acute airway situations.
• Adhere to safety standards, institutional and national care standards.
• Collect arterial blood gases and maintain patient confidentiality per regulations.
• Assist with fiberoptic bronchoscopy and invasive line placements.
• Support intra-hospital transport of diverse patient groups.

Position Details

(.9) FTE, 3 twelve-hour shifts weekly, with rotation of day/night and holiday/weekend shifts. Both experienced RTs and new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Graduate from Specialty Training Program (Required)
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist and Certified Respiratory Therapist (NBRC)

Our Purpose & Values

We are committed to caring for our patients, members, and communities with kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety. We promote a collaborative and diverse work environment, offering comprehensive healthcare benefits from day one and supporting ongoing professional growth.