Respiratory Therapist – Night Shift with $15K Sign-On

Jefferson Health; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Jefferson Health is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to administer and monitor respiratory therapy, including oxygen therapy, medications, PFTs, ABGs, and mechanical ventilation. The RT assesses patients, collaborates with physicians, and documents care to ensure quality standards.

The role requires a AMA-approved school graduation, state licensure, and NBRC registration within 2 years of hire. Eligible for a $15,000 sign-on bonus; work shifts include nights.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved School of Respiratory Care.
• Licensed by the State Board of Medicine or State Board of Osteopathic Medicine.
• Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).
• Associate's degree required.
• Registered by NBRC or must obtain NBRC registration within 2 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapy procedures per physician orders, including oxygen, medications, PFTs, ABGs and mechanical ventilation.
• Monitor patients on mechanical ventilation: assessment, rounds, troubleshooting, weaning and airway care.

Skills

Team collaboration

Clinical documentation

Patient care communication

Education

Associate's degree

Licensed by State Medical/Osteopathic Board

NBRC registration within 2 years

BLS certification

Job description

Jefferson Health is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to administer and monitor respiratory therapy, including oxygen therapy, medications, PFTs, ABGs, and mechanical ventilation. The RT assesses patients, collaborates with physicians, and documents care to ensure quality standards.

The role requires a AMA-approved school graduation, state licensure, and NBRC registration within 2 years of hire. Eligible for a $15,000 sign-on bonus; work shifts include nights.