Respiratory Therapist (Per Diem, Days)

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Plainsboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 50,365 - 80,314; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation program

Prepaid tuition assistance program

Engagement in mission-driven work

Job summary

A leading academic medical center in New Jersey is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist dedicated to providing top-notch respiratory care. The ideal candidate will hold a valid license in New Jersey and certifications from the National Board for Respiratory Care. Responsibilities include delivering age-specific respiratory therapies and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Benefits include a comprehensive compensation package and a strong emphasis on employee wellness. Join us in making medical advances to enhance patient lives.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist required for patient respiratory care.
• Must be licensed in New Jersey and certified by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Basic life support and advanced life support certifications required within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Deliver age-specific respiratory care.
• Ensure quality care according to regulatory standards.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.

Skills

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Neonatal Resuscitation Program

Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Education

Graduate of accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

H.S. Diploma/GED

1+ years Experience in Critical Care

Job description

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Summary

• Delivers age specific respiratory care to patients in the PMPH System.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring quality care to our customers.
• Must adhere to all regulatory standards, i.e. JCAHO, Department of Health, and CAP.
• Assumes all patient/customer respiratory responsibilities.
• Understands and follows the organization’s policies, procedures, and standards.
• Responsible for performing all age specific respiratory therapies.
• Participates in the department’s performance improvement activities.
• Knowledge of Performance Indicators and ensure exceeding results.

Credentials

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (Required)
• Certified or Registered status in accordance with requirements of National Board for Respiratory Care. Licensed in the State of New Jersey.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (Required)
• Required within 6 months of hire
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (Required)
• Required within 6 months of hire
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (Required)
• Required within 6 months of hire

Education or Equivalent Experience

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• Other (Required)
• Education Specialization: Graduate of accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
• 1+ years Experience in Critical Care
• NICU and pediatric experience

Benefits

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Salary Range

$36.56 - $58.30/Hourly

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.