Respiratory Therapist, Registered (RRT), PRN, Acute Hospital

Lifepoint Health; Hickory (NC); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 80.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off and leave policies

Tuition assistance and 401(k) with 401

Zusammenfassung

Frye Regional Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to examine patients with breathing-related conditions, conduct diagnostic testing, and collaborate with physicians on treatment plans. The role includes delivering therapies, educating patients on medications, and monitoring responses under a PRN 12-hour shift framework.

Qualified candidates hold an Associate Degree in Science, a current unencumbered clinical license, NBRC RRT, and BLS certification or have it within 90 days

Qualifikationen

• Associate Degree in Science is required.
• Current unencumbered clinical license according to state guidelines.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with NBRC.
• Current BLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire date.

Aufgaben

• Examine patients with breathing-related conditions and perform diagnostic testing.
• Consult with physicians to develop and implement a treatment plan and teach patients to use medications.
• Deliver and assess response to ordered therapy and monitor patient condition.

Kenntnisse

Patient care

Team player

Ausbildung

Associate Degree in Science

Current unencumbered clinical license

Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Current American Heart Association BLS certification

Jobbeschreibung

Facility Name: Frye Regional Medical Center

Position: Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Schedule: 12 hour shift

Shift: PRN various shifts

Your experience matters

Frye Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Frye Regional Medical Center employs more than 1500 professional and clinical staff. Our medical center is a 355‑bed acute care facility which offers a broad array of inpatient and outpatient care. Frye Regional Medical Center provides patients with a full range of services to meet the healthcare needs of our community. We believe our employees are our most valuable assets in accomplishing this goal and we have made great strides to ensure employee satisfaction. If you are passionate about changing lives, we are looking for you!

What we are looking for

We are looking for a dynamic Respiratory Therapist (RRT) who is passionate about helping others and is a team player!

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

Position Summary

Examine patients with breathing‑related conditions and conduct diagnostic testing. Consult with physicians to develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient. Perform physiotherapy and other treatments and teach patients to use medications.

Essential Functions

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
• Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per care plan.
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
• Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices. Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance.
• Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.
• Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.
• Monitors, receives stocks, and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.
• Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.
• Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.

Education / Certification

• Associate Degree in Science required.
• Current unencumbered clinical license according to the state of practice guidelines.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire date.

EEOC Statement

Frye Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Frye Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.