Respiratory Therapist (FT Nights) - Seacoast

McLeod Health; Little River (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join their dynamic team in Little River, SC. This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity for new graduates or those with minimal experience to provide essential patient care in a supportive environment. You'll be responsible for performing respiratory procedures, maintaining patient records, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. With a sign-on bonus and the chance to work near beautiful Myrtle Beach, this role promises both professional growth and a fulfilling career path in healthcare. Join a team committed to excellence and make a difference in patients' lives.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education Support

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring an Associate of Respiratory Care.
• Must maintain certifications and participate in continuing education.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and respiratory procedures.
• Document patient records and respond to emergency alerts.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Judgement

Documentation

Customer Relations

Education

Associate of Respiratory Care

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

Respiratory Therapist (FT Nights) - Seacoast

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Job Description

Position comes with a sign-on bonus. Located minutes from beautiful Myrtle Beach!

Maintains a professional image and exhibits excellent customer relations to patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers in accordance with our Service Excellence Standards and Core Values.

Performs direct patient care and the provision of Respiratory Care procedures in all areas within the facility.

Performs all procedures according to policy & procedure. Organizes workload to ensure therapy is completed as prescribed.

Participates in all aspects of RC educational activities & departmental meetings.

Documents & maintains records, charts, and reports in a timely manner & documents appropriately.

Responds to all emergency alerts in a timely manner & documents appropriately.

Exercises sound clinical judgement & assessment skills to provide appropriate patient care & communication of information to other caregivers.

Evaluates patient care & makes recommendations when needed.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Training:

• Zero to less than one year of experience in Respiratory Care with an Associate of Respiratory Care from an accredited CoARC institution.
• Participation in the National Board for Respiratory Care's (NBRC) Continuing Competency Program to maintain credential if received credential after July 1, 2002.

Education:

• Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist or new graduate. New graduates have 3 months to obtain RRT after hire and/or graduation date.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner by the SC Board of Medical Examiners.
• BLS certification.
• ACLS certification must be completed within 3 months of hire or transfer date (Existing employees have 6 months from the date this Job Description is signed to complete training).
• PALS certification must be completed within 6 months of hire or transfer date (Existing employees have 6 months from the date this Job Description is signed to complete training).

About Us

Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not-for-profit organization supported by more than 900 medical staff members and over 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health encompasses approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices across its 18-county service area. The system includes seven hospitals, three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services, with 988 licensed beds including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon, and McLeod Behavioral Health.

About The Team

If you enjoy working in a dynamic environment and want to be part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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