Respiratory Therapist- PRN Nights

Stella Maris; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to deliver comprehensive respiratory care services. This role entails clinical assessments, managing complex therapy protocols, and supporting patients across all age groups. Candidates should possess a degree in Respiratory Therapy and relevant certifications, with competitive benefits including health care and retirement plans.

Benefits

Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits

403(b) retirement plan with generous company match

Paid Time Off (PTO) & company paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employer paid Short & Long Term Disability benefits

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA approved school of Respiratory Care.
• One year of experience preferred, new graduates acceptable.
• ICU & NICU experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical assessments and respiratory services for patients of all ages.
• Implement pharmacological therapy and ventilator management.
• Maintain respiratory equipment and respond in timely manner.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Technical aptitude

Communication

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduate of Respiratory Therapy program

CRT credential

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Epic

Meditech

Job description

Summary

The Registered Respiratory Therapist provides clinical assessment, treatment, and diagnostic respiratory services for all neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients for whom care has been prescribed. Responsibilities include but are not limited to knowledge of pulmonary disease processes and the therapies associated with their treatments. Implementation of pharmacological therapy by established protocols, ventilator management, administration of all other related treatments and procedures provided by the respiratory care department according to departmental policies and procedures. Initiate and maintain all respiratory equipment, respond in a timely manner, make appropriate decisions in both clinical and professional situations and appropriately apply departmental and hospital guidelines, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Education and Work Experience:
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED
• Graduate of Respiratory Therapy from an AMA approved school of Respiratory Care
• One year experience preferred, new graduates are acceptable
• ICU & NICU experience preferred
• CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist)credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care


SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• License Requirements:
• Maryland Board of Physicians Respiratory Care License
• Certification Requirements:
• BLS- Health Care Provider preferred,Certified by the National Board of Respiratory Care
• Age Specific Care Provided For:
• Neo-natal
• Pediatrics
• Adolescents
• Adults
• Geriatrics
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize one or more of the following:
• Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Meditech (if applicable to position)
• Epic (if applicable to position)
• Performance Manager/NetLearning
• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must be able to work independently and possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to effectively communicate and deal tactfully with other personnel, visitors, patients, physicians, customers, and the general public.
• Must be flexible, have personal integrity, and the ability to function effectively as a team with other employees.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Other Requirements:
• Work effectively in a quickly changing environment.

Benefits



Benefits Eligibility is based on your scheduled FTE status and Job Category

• Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits & wellness credit for eligible employees
• 403(b) retirement plan with generous company match and “catch up” provision
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & company paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mental Health resources and other employee related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program
• Employer paid Short & Long Term Disability benefits for eligible employees
• Voluntary Benefits
• Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans
• Mercy’s Rewards & Recognition Program rewarding employees for going above and beyond in living Mercy’s Mission and Values

EEO Statement



Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, which serves the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Education and Work Experience:
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED
• Graduate of Respiratory Therapy from an AMA approved school of Respiratory Care
• One year experience preferred, new graduates are acceptable
• ICU & NICU experience preferred
• CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist)credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care


SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• License Requirements:
• Maryland Board of Physicians Respiratory Care License
• Certification Requirements:
• BLS- Health Care Provider preferred,Certified by the National Board of Respiratory Care
• Age Specific Care Provided For:
• Neo-natal
• Pediatrics
• Adolescents
• Adults
• Geriatrics
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize one or more of the following:
• Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Meditech (if applicable to position)
• Epic (if applicable to position)
• Performance Manager/NetLearning
• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must be able to work independently and possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to effectively communicate and deal tactfully with other personnel, visitors, patients, physicians, customers, and the general public.
• Must be flexible, have personal integrity, and the ability to function effectively as a team with other employees.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Other Requirements:
• Work effectively in a quickly changing environment.