Respiratory Therapist - Full-time

Inova Specialty Hospital; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 56,784 - 76,456; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Generous PTO

Comprehensive medical and dental benefits

Company-matching 401(k) plan

Job summary

A critical illness recovery hospital in Alexandria, VA is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist (RT). The position involves evaluating patients, recommending treatment plans, and providing essential care to patients with critical conditions. Applicants must have an active CRT or RRT credential and a BLS certification, with ACLS required within 6 months. Competitive hourly compensation ranging from $41.22 to $55.50, along with comprehensive benefits including student debt relief and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Must possess an 'Active' CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Proof of graduation required: college transcript/diploma or high school transcript/diploma or GED.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required by start date.
• Current state licensure is required.
• ACLS required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans.
• Providing respiratory care to critical patients.
• Performing endotracheal tube procedures.
• Promoting continuous quality improvement.
• Teaching and counseling patients/families.

Skills

Active CRT or RRT credential

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

ACLS certification

Ability to evaluate patients

Teaching and counseling skills

Education

College transcript/diploma

High school transcript/diploma or GED

Job description

Sign-on bonus: $15,000

Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Location: Alexandria, VA

Schedule: Full-Time Day and Night Shift

Compensation: $41.22 - $55.50 per hour

Inova Specialty Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world‑class inpatient post‑ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives and Respiratory Therapists (RT) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.

We Support Your Career Growth And Personal Well‑being

• Start Strong: Extensive Respiratory Therapist (RT) orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Advance Your Career: Tuition reimbursement and continuing education.
• Elevate Your Skills: Clinical ladder program.
• Ease the Burden: Student debt benefit program.
• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO for full‑time team members to maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, vision, and dental plan offerings for full‑time team members.
• Invest in Your Future: Company‑matching 401(k) retirement plan, as well as life and disability protection for full‑time team members.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending an appropriate treatment plan.
• Providing respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical and surgical conditions.
• Performing insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes.
• Promoting continuous quality improvement.
• Teaching and counseling patients/families.

Minimum Requirements

• Must possess an "Active" CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent.
• Proof of graduation required: college transcript/diploma (preferred) or high school transcript/diploma or GED.
• Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.
• Current state licensure is required.
• ACLS is required within 6 months of hire. (Agency RT must have ACLS upon first shift, PRN staff must have ACLS upon hire).

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of related experience is preferred.