Respiratory Therapist - Part Time

Valley Health; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-deductible Health Plan

Dental and vision insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Savings Match

Job summary

Valley Health in Winchester, Virginia, seeks a Respiratory Therapist I who will provide care across all patient age groups. Responsibilities include administering therapies, conducting patient assessments, and collaborating in a multidisciplinary team.

This position requires a licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner and offers benefits such as a health plan, paid time off, and tuition assistance, making it an excellent opportunity for new graduates and seasoned professionals alike.

Qualifications

• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) is required.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply.
• 20 CEUs bi-annually (VA State Requirement) required.

Responsibilities

• Administers therapy modalities to patients per physician orders.
• Performs airway clearance therapy.
• Manages mechanical ventilators.

Skills

Strong motivational skills

Time management skills

Verbal communication skills

Ability to model Valley Health's mission

Handling stressful situations

Education

Completion of accredited educational program for Respiratory Care

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

National Board for Respiratory Care Certification

Job description

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist I will participate on the clinical ladder, which reflects a degree of professional practice and clinical expertise. The Respiratory Therapist I cares for patients in the neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups and provides services in accordance with specific physician orders, department policies, procedures and protocols. The Respiratory Therapist I is responsible for patient assessments, patient education, and implementation of therapy and the evaluation of the effectiveness of therapy. The Respiratory Therapist I is an active participant in a multidisciplinary team and communicates the needs of the patient with the physician and members of the care health team.

Department

RESPIRATORY THERAPY - 206170

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Pay Grade

117

Responsibilities and Duties

• Administers all therapy modalities to patients per physician orders and/or protocols and policies.
• Performs non-invasive SpO2 monitoring through pulse oximetry via overnight studies, exercise, continuous and spot checks.
• Performs airway clearance therapy.
• Performs basic operations in the EHR system.
• Performs regular assessment rounds.
• Performs equipment cleaning and set up.
• Performs arterial puncture and blood gas analysis.
• Performs cardiopulmonary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Initiates, operates, and monitors mechanical ventilators.
• Sets up and operates non-invasive ventilation therapy.
• Sets up and manages high flow oxygen therapy.
• Responds and participates appropriately in rapid response and emergency situations.
• Responds and participates in all code situations.
• Responds and participates in all trauma activations.
• Assists in bedside therapeutic bronchoscopies as needed.
• Assists in intubations as needed.
• Responsible to provide a thorough and accurate report to oncoming staff upon shift end.

Education

Completion of an accredited educational program for Respiratory Care is required.

Experience

New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Certification & Licensures

• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) is required.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification - American Heart Healthcare Provider (HCP) - AHA approved is required. New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to the completion of orientation.
• National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is required.

Qualifications

• Strong motivational, time management, and organization skills required.
• Strong verbal communication skills required.
• Ability to demonstrate competency and perform consistently under non‑routine conditions and complex situations required.
• Ability to model behavior aligned with Valley Health mission, vision, and values required.
• Ability to work well with client family members to ensure comfort and respect for the client’s illness required.
• Ability to demonstrate a professional attitude at all times required.
• Ability to handle moderate to high stressful situations in a calm and conscientious manner required.
• 20 CEUs bi‑annually (VA State Requirement) required.

Benefits

• Zero‑deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program

Valley Health also offers a health savings account and a flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, and professional development. Several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on‑campus dining, and more.

To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.