Respiratory Therapist I, Nights High Point Medical Center

Atrium Health; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading healthcare provider as a Respiratory Therapist. This full-time night position offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality respiratory care to diverse patient groups while adhering to departmental policies. You will be responsible for performing approved procedures, maintaining equipment, and providing clinical instruction. Enjoy a supportive work environment with generous PTO, health coverage from day one, and a competitive sign-on bonus. If you are passionate about patient care and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

$15,000 sign-on bonus

$10,000 relocation assistance

Health coverage from day one

Generous PTO of 25 days/year

Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved respiratory care program or equivalent.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and licensed in NC required.

Responsibilities

• Delivers high-quality respiratory care and educates patients and staff.
• Initiates and maintains mechanical ventilation and airway support.

Skills

Direct and indirect respiratory care

Ability to perform multiple tasks under stress

Education

Graduate of an AMA approved respiratory care program

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

PALS and NRP certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Respiratory Therapist I, Nights High Point Medical Center

High Point, NC, United States
Job ID: 122662
Job Family: Respiratory Services
Status: Full Time
Shift: Night
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 12511085237662-Nursing - Respiratory Therapy

Respiratory Therapist, Full Time, Nights, High Point, NC

Delivers high-quality respiratory care to various patient groups while adhering to departmental policies. Performs approved procedures, maintains equipment, and educates patients, medical staff, and allied health professionals. Provides clinical instruction, assesses and applies current cardio-respiratory technology trends.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

• Full Time, Nights
• This job qualifies for a $15,000 sign-on bonus, provided the candidate meets the eligibility requirements.
• $10,000 Relocation Assistance (for qualified candidates)
• Located in High Point, NC
• Day 1 Health Coverage: Choose from either copay or HSA-eligible health insurance options with coverage starting on your first day of work.
• Generous PTO: Accrual starts at 25 days/year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters.
• Retirement: Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions

YOU’LL NEED:

• Graduate of an AMA approved two or four-year program for respiratory care or satisfies the requirements as outlined in the admissions policies of the NBRC for registry examinations.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and licensed to practice as a RCP in the state of North Carolina required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Peds: PALS and NRP required within 90 days of employment.
• Adult: ACLS required within 90 days of employment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships, and team building.
• Provides respiratory therapies, following age-appropriate standards of care and departmental policies and procedures throughout the hospital.
• Initiates and maintains mechanical ventilation and airway support following age-appropriate standards of care.
• Reports routine clinical procedures regarding patients to relief personnel to ensure continuity of care for the patient.
• Performs and maintains competency for point-of-care testing, as assigned, ensuring compliance with WFBH policies and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Provides invasive and non-invasive monitoring to ensure patient safety and appropriateness of care.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge and ensures QI to enhance service to customers.
• Ensures age/developmentally appropriate patient care is provided in accordance with Age-Specific Care Guidelines for the specific age groups served.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to provide direct and indirect respiratory care.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks under stress.