Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy

Penn State Health; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Be Well wellness program

Be Balanced generous PTO & parental le

Be Secured retirement & life insurance

Be Rewarded tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Penn State Health - St. Joseph Medical Center is seeking a Graduate or certified Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care across hospital areas under medical supervision.

The role involves adapting to various units, independent decision-making, possible supervision of staff, and contributing to orientation and in-service education. Minimum qualifications include an Associate Degree, graduation from an approved program, state licensure, and current BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in respiratory therapy or equivalent.
• Graduate of an approved respiratory therapy program.
• Licensed to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the employing state.
• Current BLS certification; ACLS/PALS/NRP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory care services to patients in all hospital areas per policies and procedures.
• Perform duties with minimal or indirect supervision and make independent decisions when needed.
• Adapt to the assigned area and perform special duties required by the assignment.
• May supervise other respiratory care practitioners and participate in orientation/in-service education.

Education

Associate Degree

Graduate of approved Respiratory program

Licensed to practice as a Respiratory Therapist

Current BLS certification

ACLS, PALS, or NRP (preferred)

Job description

Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy

Penn State Health - St. Joseph Medical Center

A Graduate or certified Respiratory Therapist who, under medical supervision, delivers respiratory care services to patients in all areas of the hospital according to policies and procedures approved by the Medical Director. These duties are generally performed with only minimal or indirect supervision and must frequently make independent decisions. The therapist must be able to adapt to the particular area assigned and must be able to perform special duties required by the assignment. The therapist may be required to supervise and be responsible for the work of other respiratory care practitioners. The therapist may also be assigned orientation and in-service education responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• Associate Degree
• Graduate of an approved Respiratory program
  
• Licensed to practice as a Respiratory Therapist by the state of employment
• Current BLS certification
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• ACLS, PALS, or NRP

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH ST. JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER?

St. Joseph Medical Center first opened its doors in 1873, over 150 years ago. The new 204-bed state-of-the-art hospital, located on Bernville Road, opened in 2006 and in 2015 became the first hospital to join the Penn State Health organization; Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center. Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center is dedicated to the health, education, and wellness of the community. Our approach to health care is bigger than all of us. It calls us to learn, share, and lift each other up while achieving our goals. With pride in who we are, where we work, and what we do, we are changing lives every day together. We do this by putting our patients first and by living our core values as we serve our community.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employerand does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.