Respiratory Therapist PRN

Garrett Regional Medical Center; Oakland, Pittsburgh (CA, Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Licensed Respiratory Therapist to deliver exceptional care to patients. This role involves administering prescribed respiratory therapies, performing diagnostic procedures, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Join a supportive environment that values ongoing education and professional development, where your contributions will have a meaningful impact on patient care and recovery.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Disability Coverage

Tuition Program

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Licensed by the appropriate state board as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory therapeutic services to patients.
• Initiates and maintains mechanical ventilation for patients.
• Participates in departmental quality assurance activities.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Multi-tasking

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Education

Licensed Respiratory Therapist - Certified (LRTC)

Basic Life Support Certification

Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT)

Job description

Provides evaluation of and care for respiratory therapy patients. Administers prescribed respiratory therapeutic services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Licensed by West Virginia Board of Respiratory Care as a Licensed Respiratory Therapist - Certified (LRTC), or applicable state where services will be performed.
2. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
3. ACLS, PALS, NRP, and/or other certifications may be required within 30 days of hire based on local hospital requirements. Please reference the list below for local hospital requirements:

• BARNS: ACLS
• BMC: POCT within 30 days of hire; ACLS, PALS, and NRP within 6 months of hire
• CCMC: ACLS if working in Cardiac/Pulmonary Rehab
• GRMC: ACLS
• HARR: ACLS
• JMC: POCT within 30 days of hire; ACLS, PALS, and NRP within 6 months of hire
• PCH: ACLS, PALS, NRP, and STABLE
• PVH: ACLS
• RMH: NRP
• UHC: ACLS, NRP

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Certified pulmonary function technologist (CPFT) by National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferred.

CORE JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Performs basic and advanced therapeutic procedures for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients by order of the physician.
2. Assembles, checks, and corrects malfunctions and performs quality controls on Respiratory Care equipment.
3. Initiates, maintains, and discontinues mechanical ventilation for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients.
4. Communicates appropriately and effectively with other members of the healthcare team regarding all aspects of patient care.
5. Provides assistance with patient and family/caregiver education along with other members of the healthcare team.
6. Actively participates in departmental quality assurance and hospital-wide organizational performance improvement activities.
7. Maintains clinical and professional competency based upon established standards of practice.
8. Demonstrates the ability to perform all relevant departmental competencies.
9. Performs basic and advanced diagnostic procedures for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients by order of the Physician.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Ability to be on feet/walking extended periods of time.
2. Ability to lift, push, and/or pull 40 pounds.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Cognizant of environmental factors, infection control issues and maintains a safe environment for patient care.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Requires good interpersonal communication skills when in contact with public, patients, staff and physicians.
2. Requires multi-tasking, problem solving and decision making abilities.

Additional Job Description:

• Wage Scale: CRT - $26.47/hour; RRT - $28.26/hour
• Position is eligible for shift differentials based on shift worked and eligible for overtime pay for hours over 40 hours per week
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
• Shift: Varied (United States of America)
• Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt
• Compensation Range: $26.47 - $26.47
• Position is eligible for overtime for hours over 40 hours per week
• Company: GRMC Garrett Regional Medical Center
• Cost Center: 130 GRMC HVI EKG and Cardiac Rehab
• Address: 251 N 4th Street, Oakland, Maryland
• Benefit eligible employees classified as at least 0.5 eligible for: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Coverage, Tuition Program, Retirement, Paid Time Off, Wellness Program
• Equal Opportunity Employer: West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (