Respiratory Therapist - Registered

Luminis Health; Lanham (MD); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan with employer match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance Benefits

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

Luminis Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide modalities within the department's scope of practice. The role involves administering medical gas therapy and collaborating with advanced practitioners to implement care plans.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate's Degree, NBRC-credentialed RRT, Maryland eligibility, and current BLS certification, with proficiency in chart review and patient monitoring.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree from an accredited college.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist credentialed by NBRC.
• Maryland license eligibility as Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Administers medical gas therapy in accordance with department procedures.
• Evaluates appropriateness and effectiveness of therapies with the care team.
• Reviews charts (orders, labs, imaging) and documents care accurately.
• Operates and maintains respiratory care equipment safely and hygienically.
• Monitors patient response and reports adverse events per policy.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Medical gas therapy equipment

Job description

Position Objective:

Provides respiratory therapy modalities included in the scope of practice to patients according to the department standards.

Essential Job Duties:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

1. Administers medical gas therapy in accordance with all department procedures.
2. Evaluates appropriateness and effectiveness of therapies for continuation or discontinuation according to department standards. Prepares and collaborates with advanced practitioners and clinical specialist to implement respiratory care plan.
3. Reviews charts per department policy, i.e. orders, lab values, chest x-rays, etc and document care provided accurately and consistently according to department standards.
4. Operates and maintains equipment in a safe and sanitary condition, following department guidelines, returning to department upon patient discharge.
5. Observes patient during therapies for adverse reactions and acts in accordance with department policy when problems arise. Monitor response to therapy.

Educational/Experience Requirements:

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited college

Required License/Certifications:

• Registered Respiratory Therapist as credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• State of Maryland License of eligibility as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS CPR certification.

Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands:

There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will be exposed to blood-borne pathogens.

Physical Demands - Medium Lifting

The physical demands and work environment that have been described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The above job description is an overview of the functions and requirements for this position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of this position; your supervisor may assign other duties as deemed necessary.

Pay Range

$35 — $48 USD

Luminis Health Benefits Overview

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs and more
• *Benefit offerings based on employment status