Respiratory Therapist, Emergency Department

WakeMed Health & Hospitals; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in North Carolina seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to evaluate and manage patients with respiratory illnesses. The role requires certifications in Basic and Advanced Life Support, as well as Pediatric Advanced Life Support. You will perform various respiratory care procedures and document patient information accurately in medical records. No prior experience is necessary, making this an excellent opportunity for recent graduates. Join a team committed to compassionate care and community health improvement.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist Required - and NC Respiratory Care Practitioner Required.
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, treats, and manages patients with respiratory illnesses.
• Performs all respiratory care procedures in various clinical settings.
• Documents patient care accurately in electronic medical records.

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Overview

Evaluates, treats, and manages patients of all ages with respiratory illnesses and other cardiopulmonary disorders in a wide variety of clinical settings. Performs all respiratory care procedures in addition to patient assessments, treatment efficacy, planning and patient education. Documents in the electronic medical record factual, accurate, complete, timely, and legal information about the care they provide to each patient.

• Adult: Basic Life Support Required
• Adult: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Required
• Neonatal/Peds: Basic Life Support Required
• Neonatal/Peds: Pediatric Advanced Life Support Required
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program Required

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

Registered Respiratory Therapist Required - and NC Respiratory Care Practitioner Required

Education

Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy Required

Experience

No Experience Required