Respiratory Therapist Registered Float (RRT)

Geisinger; Muncy (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with automatic contributions

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) in Muncy, Lycoming County. The role includes assessing patients’ respiratory needs and providing critical care with a strong focus on patient education and collaboration with healthcare teams.

With a hiring incentive of $15,000 and competitive compensation, the position offers full benefits starting on day one, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with opportunities for professional growth and community involvement.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of related work experience.
• Must possess relevant certifications such as Pediatric Advanced Life Support.
• Graduate from an accredited specialty training program required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' respiratory care needs and plan treatment.
• Perform and document routine therapeutic modalities.
• Educate patients and families on disease management.

Skills

Patient assessment

Mechanical ventilator management

Oxygen therapy

Patient education

HIPAA compliance

Education

Graduate from a Specialty Training Program

Certifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist

Tools

Mechanical ventilators

ETCO monitors

Blood analyzers

Job description

Job Summary

Geisinger is offering a full‑time Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) position with a $15,000 hiring incentive for eligible candidates, competitive rates, and up to $5.50/hr shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts.

Job Duties

Assesses patients’ respiratory care needs, plans, organizes, performs, and evaluates treatment modalities, and ensures the best patient/family experience by optimizing all customer interaction.

• Consistently performs and documents thorough patient assessments.
• Establishes appropriate care plans.
• Communicates with other members of the patient care team.
• Correctly performs and documents routine therapeutic modalities including aerosolized medications, secretion management techniques, pulmonary volume expansion, oxygen therapy, and assists with routine care and maintenance of artificial airways.
• Initiates and manages conventional and high‑frequency mechanical ventilators according to established protocol.
• Provides appropriate, age‑specific, patient and family education as it relates to disease management.
• Assists in intra‑hospital transport of mechanically ventilated patients.
• Responsible for acute airway management in emergent situations.
• Sets up and manages non‑invasive monitoring (e.g., ETCO monitors, pulse oximeters).
• When care management not available, assists with discharge planning for patients needing respiratory‑related DME supplies, follows appropriate insurance guidelines.
• Adheres to regulatory requirements and safety standards.
• Adheres to institutional and nationally established standards of care.
• Collects arterial blood gas samples and processes through point‑of‑care blood analyzers.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA.
• Functions as the Shift Coordinator (charge person) when designated after one year of employment.
• Assists the medical team in performing fiberoptic bronchoscopy procedures.
• Assists with placement of invasive monitoring lines and obtains hemodynamic measurements and calculations.
• Assists in the intra‑hospital transport of age‑specific patient groups.
• Functions as a preceptor for orientees and students in their clinical rotation.

Benefits

• Full benefits (medical, dental, and vision) starting on day one.
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out‑of‑area employees and dependents.
• Pre‑tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care FSA and an HSA with employer contribution.
• Company‑paid life insurance, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly.
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve health while earning a financial incentive.
• Family‑friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with referrals for childcare, eldercare, pet care, free legal guidance, mental health visits, work‑life support, digital self‑help tools and more.
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance.
• Shared governance structure that empowers Respiratory Therapists.
• Protocol‑driven care.
• Therapist autonomy.
• Evidence‑based medicine practices.
• Collaboration with Intensivist Critical Care team.
• State‑of‑the‑art equipment and technology.
• Professional opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Support and mentorship from a full range of dedicated leaders.
• Community involvement through Employee Resource Groups.
• Employee referral incentive program.

Education & Experience

• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program (Required).
• Minimum of 1 year of related work experience (Required).
• Certifications: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (AHA), Neonatal Resuscitation Program, Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC), Licensed Respiratory Therapist (default issuing body), Basic Life Support (default issuing body).

EEO Statement

We offer healthcare benefits for full‑time and part‑time positions from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partners. We are an affirmative action, equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.