Respiratory Therapist (Registered/Certified)

Azza HealthCare Agency; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one

Shift differentials

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency seeks a Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) to assess patients, plan treatments, and deliver therapies including aerosols and oxygen. The role collaborates with clinical teams, handles airway emergencies, and educates patients and families.

The position involves evening shifts with opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and a collaborative, patient-centered work environment. Benefits start from day one.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a specialty training program.
• Certifications including BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS.
• The role requires assessment, treatment management, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and document findings.
• Manage respiratory therapies per protocols.
• Educate patients and families on disease management.
• Assist in airway management and emergency transport.
• Support intra-hospital procedures and discharge planning.
• Ensure safety standards and regulations compliance.
• Serve as shift coordinator/preceptor when designated.

Skills

Patient assessment

Respiratory therapy

Teamwork

Education

Education

RRT or CRT credential

Tools

Ventilators

Oxygen therapy equipment

Job description

Role Overview:

This position is for a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) responsible for assessing patients' respiratory needs, developing care plans, and providing treatments such as aerosolized medications, oxygen therapy, and mechanical ventilation. The therapist collaborates with healthcare teams, manages airway emergencies, performs patient education, and assists with procedures like bronchoscopy and invasive monitoring.

Responsibilities Include

• Performing thorough patient assessments and documenting findings
• Managing respiratory therapies and equipment according to protocols
• Providing patient and family education on disease management
• Assisting in patient transport and airway management in emergent situations
• Supporting intra-hospital procedures and discharge planning
• Ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations
• Serving as a shift coordinator and preceptor when designated

Qualifications and Skills:

Graduate from a specialty training program, with certifications including BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS. Proficiency in patient assessment, treatment management, and teamwork is essential. The role involves working in a clinical environment, often during evening shifts, with opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.

Additional Details:

The position offers competitive pay, shift differentials, benefits from day one, and support for ongoing education. It emphasizes a collaborative, safe, and innovative work environment dedicated to patient-centered care.