Respiratory Therapist, Full Time, Days

ICFAI; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ICFAI in Statesville, NC is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to operate respiratory care equipment and deliver therapy under supervision. The role involves patient assessment, administration of treatments, and collaboration with physicians to support diagnosis and treatment of respiratory conditions.

Candidate must be licensed by the North Carolina Board of Respiratory Care and hold BLS certification. Physical ability to perform tasks and lift up to 30 pounds is required.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the North Carolina Board of Respiratory Care as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• BLS certification through American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Must possess full range of body motion to pass basic FIT test and lift up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates respiratory care equipment and provides therapy for diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease.
• Has access to patient health information.
• May access medication storage areas (excluding controlled substances) as related to job responsibilities.

Skills

Respiratory care

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: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, 36 hrs. per week

Requirements

• Licensed by the North Carolina Board of Respiratory Care as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• BLS certification through American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• 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.