Respiratory Therapist - Part Time Third Shift

Valley Health; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health care provider in Winchester, VA, is seeking a part-time Respiratory Therapist for third shift. The role involves delivering essential respiratory care across various patient age groups, participating in a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring effective therapy through patient assessments and education. Ideal candidates will have the required certifications and strong communication skills to thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Benefits

Zero-Deductible Health Plan

Dental and vision insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Savings Match

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program Membership

Qualifications

• Licensed RCP required.
• Completion of accredited Respiratory Care program required.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage stress in complex situations.

Responsibilities

• Administers therapy modalities per physician orders.
• Performs patient assessments and monitors progress.
• Initiates and monitors mechanical ventilators as needed.
• Participates in emergency response situations.

Skills

Time Management

Verbal Communication

Stress Management

Education

Completion of accredited educational program for Respiratory Care

Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)

BLS Certification - American Heart 'Healthcare Provider'

National Board for Respiratory Care Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Job description

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Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist I will participate on the clinical ladder, which reflects a degree of professional practice and clinical expertise.

Department

RESPIRATORY THERAPY - 206170

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Work Shift

Third Shift (United States of America)

Pay Grade

117

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.

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 required

Experience

New graduates encouraged to apply

Certification & Licensures

Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) required

BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification - American Heart 'Healthcare Provider' (HCP) - AHA approved required

Additional Certification/Licensure Requirements

National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required

• Virginia Only: After successful completion of an accredited respiratory care program, individuals may qualify for the position of Respiratory Therapist, License Applicant (RTA). This allows the individual to practice for 6 months post-graduation date or until applicant receives a failing score on any National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) examination, whichever comes sooner.
• New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to the completion of orientation.
  
  

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

At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A 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 & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

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• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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