Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift & On-Call

jeffersonhealth; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Jefferson Health is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to administer respiratory therapies and monitor patient progress at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia. You will collaborate with physicians to determine treatment plans and maintain documentation to meet quality standards.

The role requires an AMA-approved respiratory care education, state licensure, NBRC registration within 2 years if not already, and BLS certification. ACLS/NALS are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved School of Respiratory Care
• Licensed by the State Board of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine
• Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support/BLS
• Associate's/2-year degree required
• Registered by the NBRC or must obtain NBRC registration within 2 years of hire
• ACLS and/or NALS preferred

Responsibilities

• Administers physician prescribed respiratory therapy, including oxygen, respiratory medication, PFTs, ABGs, and all mechanical ventilation
• Performs evaluation procedures to determine respiratory care needs and makes recommendations based on department protocols
• Monitors patients on mechanical ventilation including clinical assessment, rounds, troubleshooting, weaning, airway care, and diagnostic testing
• Collects and analyzes sputum, blood and breath specimens for diagnosis
• Communicates with health care team to ensure continuity of care and coordination of services
• Ensures smooth operation of the PFT and ABG laboratory

Skills

NBRC credential

BLS certified

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Jefferson Health is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to administer respiratory therapies and monitor patient progress at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia. You will collaborate with physicians to determine treatment plans and maintain documentation to meet quality standards.

The role requires an AMA-approved respiratory care education, state licensure, NBRC registration within 2 years if not already, and BLS certification. ACLS/NALS are preferred.