Respiratory Therapist [Per Diem | Rotating] - Fox Chase Cancer Center

Temple Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Temple Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist at Fox Chase Cancer Center for per diem, rotating shifts in Philadelphia. The role provides diagnostic and therapeutic pulmonary care and collaborates with physicians to plan treatment times. Strong patient care and teamwork are essential.

Requirements include an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care, 3 years of relevant experience in critical or specialty care, and state licensure in respiratory care. BLS is required; ACLS preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care is required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Care is preferred or equivalent experience may be considered.
• 3 years of experience in Respiratory Care in a Specialty Care or Critical Care area is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs prescribed diagnostic and therapeutic interventions and functions as a resource person to achieve therapeutic goals in the care of patient's cardiopulmonary dysfunctions.
• Consults with physicians and other health team members to determine treatment procedures and time schedules.
• actively participates in in-service education, infection control and performance improvement programs.

Education

Associate's Degree Respiratory Care

Bachelor's Degree Respiratory Care Preferred

Combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree Required

Job description

Respiratory Therapist [Per Diem | Rotating] - Fox Chase Cancer Center

333 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Tracking Code

270199

Weekly Hours

.01

Shift

Rotating

Performs prescribed diagnostic and therapeutic interventions and functions as a resource person to achieve therapeutic goals in the care of patient's cardiopulmonary dysfunctions. consults with physicians and other health team members to determine treatment procedures and time schedules. Actively participates in in-service education, infection control and performance improvement programs.

Education

• Associate's Degree Respiratory Care Required
• Bachelor's Degree Respiratory Care Preferred or
• Combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree Required

Experience

• 3 years experience in Respiratory Care in a Specialty Care or Critical Care area Required

Licenses

• PA Respiratory Care License Required
• Reg Respiratory Therapist Required
• Basic Life Support Required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Preferred

Your Tomorrow is Here!

Temple Health is a dynamic network of outstanding hospitals, specialty centers, and physician practices that is advancing the fight against disease, pushing the boundaries of medical science, and educating future healthcare professionals. Temple Health consists of Temple University Hospital (TUH), Fox Chase Cancer Center, TUH-Jeanes Campus, TUH-Episcopal Campus, TUH-Northeastern Campus, Temple Physicians, Inc., and Temple Transport Team. Temple Health is proudly affiliated with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.

To support this mission, Temple Health is continuously recruiting top talent to join its diverse, 10,000 strong workforce that fosters a healthy, safe and productive environment for its patients, visitors, students and colleagues alike. At Temple Health, your tomorrow is here!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.