Respiratory Therapist I

UNC REX Healthcare; Lenoir (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enhancing community health and well-being. In this role, you will be responsible for administering essential respiratory care procedures, ensuring patient comfort and stability. Your expertise will be crucial in managing airways and performing complex ventilator care, all while working in a supportive environment that values professional growth. This part-time position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' lives while collaborating with a skilled team of healthcare professionals. If you are passionate about respiratory care and looking to grow your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program is required.
• Must be licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in North Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Administer standard respiratory care and manage airways.
• Perform ventilator care, setup, and patient monitoring.
• Document all patient care procedures thoroughly.

Skills

Respiratory Care Procedures

Aerosol Medication Delivery

Ventilator Management

Patient Monitoring

Documentation Skills

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

Job description

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

Summary:
Under the direction of department management and according to policies and procedures as outlined in the Department Policy and Procedure Manuals, administer respiratory care procedures and treatments aimed at assessing, preventing, stabilizing, or remedying patients' respiratory dysfunction. After completing orientation, function independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities:

1. Administer standard respiratory care including aerosol medication delivery, bedside pulmonary function testing, breathing exercises, oxygen therapy, arterial cannulation, and arterial punctures. Manage airways, including aspiration of established airways, tracheostomy care, tracheostomy tube changes, endotracheal intubations, and extubations. Perform pulmonary function testing as needed.
2. Be available for on-call duties during days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
3. Perform ventilator care, including setup, verification, and management using specialized modes. Monitor patients and implement weaning techniques appropriately.
4. Maintain and enhance professional knowledge and skills. Serve as a resource for staff, physicians, and other UNCHCS personnel. Assist in training new staff, students, and physicians. Provide in-services as required. May assume Charge Therapist responsibilities.
5. Document all patient care procedures thoroughly in accordance with hospital and departmental policies, including electronic medical records.

Other Information:

Education Requirements: Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.

Licensure/Certification Requirements: Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board and eligible for registry by the National Board of Respiratory Care (CRT or RRT). Must be registered (CRT or RRT) within 6 months of hire. BLS certification required at hire.

Professional Experience Requirements: No prior experience required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: [Details to be added if available]

Job Details:

• Legal Employer: NCHEALTH
• Entity: Caldwell Memorial Hospital
• Organization Unit: Cardiopulmonary Services
• Work Type: Part Time
• Standard Hours Per Week: 24
• Salary Range: $26.59 - $38.23 per hour (Hiring Range)
• Work Assignment Type: Onsite
• Work Schedule: Night Job
• Location: Lenoir, NC
• Exempt From Overtime: No

This position is employed by NC Health, a private subsidiary of UNC Health Care System. This is not a State position.

Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

UNC Health provides reasonable accommodations for religious practices and disabilities. Interested applicants should contact [e-mail] for assistance.