Respiratory Therapist: Critical Care & Ventilation Expert

MedStar Health; Glen Burnie (MD); Presencial; USD 57.000 - 81.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

MedStar Health in Glen Burnie, MD seeks an Respiratory Care Practitioner to deliver respiratory therapy across patient populations in an acute care setting. You will operate equipment, monitor patients, and document according to physician orders and hospital standards.

The role requires an AAS in respiratory care, Maryland/DC licensure, and CRT certification with ACLS/NRP/PALS within one year where required. BLS certification is required; prior acute care experience is preferred.

Formación

• Associate's degree in respiratory care (AMA accredited).
• Maryland/DC Respiratory Care Practitioner license required.
• CRT certification required; RRT preferred.
• CPR (BLS/NRP) within 90 days; ACLS/NRP/PALS within 1 year where required.

Responsabilidades

• Provide respiratory care to diverse patient populations per orders and standards.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and educational needs; document appropriately.
• Perform therapies and manage equipment: oxygen, vents, bronchial hygiene, spirometry, ABG.
• Communicate with patients using therapeutic interviewing and crisis intervention.
• Review EMR and physician orders; participate in CPR and airway management as needed.
• Improve workflow and interdepartmental processes; adhere to policies and safety.

Conocimientos

Acute care knowledge

Patient assessment

Crisis intervention

Communication

Teamwork

Educación

Respiratory care degree (AAS)

Bachelor's in related field preferred

Descripción del empleo

MedStar Health in Glen Burnie, MD seeks an Respiratory Care Practitioner to deliver respiratory therapy across patient populations in an acute care setting. You will operate equipment, monitor patients, and document according to physician orders and hospital standards.

The role requires an AAS in respiratory care, Maryland/DC licensure, and CRT certification with ACLS/NRP/PALS within one year where required. BLS certification is required; prior acute care experience is preferred.