Respiratory Therapist II

Freeman Health System; Freeman (WV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement with employer match

Wellness program with discounts

Paid time off

Extended sick pay

Disability pay

Learning Center access

Payroll deductions at campus locations

Job summary

Freeman Health System is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with cardiac or pulmonary disorders. You will obtain and analyze clinical data, recommend care plans, and manage complex ventilator systems within established guidelines.

Requirements include NBRC RRT registration and Missouri licensure; neonatal resuscitation and PALS are preferred, with ACLS/BLS within specified timeframes. Full-time position with Freeman Benefits is available.

Qualifications

• Currently registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through the NBRC.
• Licensed as an RCP in Missouri.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) preferred.
• PALS Provider preferred.
• ECMO experience.
• S.T.A.B.L.E. Learner.
• ACLS (ABLS?) within 180 days.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for evaluation and treatment of patients with Cardiac or Pulmonary disorders. Obtains, analyzes and correlates patient clinical data and makes recommendations and / or implements care plan. Manages complex patient / ventilator systems within protocol guidelines. Anticipates crises and complications and performs or recommends appropriate interventions. Works independently within departmental guidelines.

Skills

Critical thinking

Teamwork

NBRC-registered RRT

Job description

Our Mission

To improve the health of the communities we serve through contemporary, innovative, quality healthcare solutions.

About Us – Respiratory Therapy

• Respiratory Therapy consists of state licensed, professionally trained respiratory care practitioners and therapists.
• Our team is there to assess the needs of patients and provide therapies to help speed the healing and recovery to return to the highest possible level of cardiopulmonary health as quickly as possible.
• We are looking for compassionate individuals with critical thinking skills to quickly solve problems and work alongside our team.

Schedule

Full-time (36 hours per week)

What You'll Do

Responsible for evaluation and treatment of patients with Cardiac or Pulmonary disorders. Obtains, analyzes and correlates patient clinical data and makes recommendations and / or implements care plan. Manages complex patient / ventilator systems within protocol guidelines. Anticipates crises and complications and performs or recommends appropriate interventions. Works independently within departmental guidelines.

Requirements

• Currently registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Licensed as an RCP in Missouri.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) preferred.
• PALS Provider preferred.
• ECMO experience.
• S.T.A.B.L.E. Learner.
• AHA ACLS within 180 days.
• AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers within 30 days.

Preferred Requirements

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

Freeman Perks and Programs

• For eligible full-time and part-time employees Freeman offers a wide variety of career opportunities, a great work culture and generous benefits, most starting day one!
• Health, vision, dental insurance
• Retirement with employer match
• Wellness program with discounts to Health Insurance or Cash Bonus with Participation
• Milestone payments with longevity of employment
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Extended Sick pay
• Disability pay
• Learning Center designated only for Freeman Family members
• Payroll deduction at different locations such as The Daily Grind, Freeman Gift Shop, Cafeteria, etc.