Respiratory Therapist: Clinical Impact & Team Collaboration

Riverside Health System; Smithfield (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Smithfield, VA is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to plan, execute, and evaluate respiratory care for assigned patients. You will utilize evidence-based practices and work under leadership to meet safety and quality standards, collaborating with physicians and nurses to create effective treatment plans and ensure timely documentation.

The role emphasizes infection control, patient-focused care, and adherence to NBRC and AHA/ARC guidelines, with opportunities

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field required; Bachelor's preferred.
• At least 1 year Respiratory Therapist experience preferred.
• RCP license in Virginia NBRC required upon hire; RRT credential required upon hire; CPR/BLS and ACLS/PALS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, implement, and evaluate respiratory care plans for assigned patients.
• Complete all documentation and ensure orders are current or discontinued.
• Participate in meetings and initiatives to improve RHS Respiratory Care services.
• Apply infection control practices in accordance with procedures.
• Coordinate with physicians and nurses to develop and evaluate treatment plans.

Skills

Infection control

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Associates Degree, Respiratory Therapy or Related Field

Bachelors Degree, Respiratory Therapy or Related Field

Job description

Riverside Health System in Smithfield, VA is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to plan, execute, and evaluate respiratory care for assigned patients. You will utilize evidence-based practices and work under leadership to meet safety and quality standards, collaborating with physicians and nurses to create effective treatment plans and ensure timely documentation.

The role emphasizes infection control, patient-focused care, and adherence to NBRC and AHA/ARC guidelines, with opportunities