Respiratory Therapist, Full Time, Nights

ICFAI; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ICFAI in Statesville, NC seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner to set up and operate respiratory equipment and provide prescribed therapy under physician orders. The role requires clearance from the NC Board of Respiratory Care and the ability to handle patient health information with care.

The position is full on-site with a 36-hour weekly shift, requiring physical ability to lift up to 30 pounds and pass a basic FIT test.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the North Carolina Board of Respiratory Care as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Must maintain current credentials and certificate accuracy per state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate respiratory care equipment for patient therapy as prescribed.
• Provide therapy to diagnose and treat patients with respiratory conditions under physician orders.

Skills

NC-licensed RCP

Job description

Description

Under the supervision of the Director and/or the Assistant Director of Respiratory Care and upon the request of the physician, sets up and operates various types of respiratory care equipment and provides therapy to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with respiratory disease, compromise or illness. Has full access to patient health information. May have access to medication storage areas (excluding controlled substances) as related to job responsibilities.

Shift: 36 hrs. per week

Requirements

• Licensed by the North Carolina Board of Respiratory Care as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Must possess full range of body motion to pass basic FIT test for position to include walking, kneeling, standing, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, reaching and sitting for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.