Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Memorial Physician Practices; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well-being

Professional Development

Job summary

Sovah Health - Danville seeks a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) on a PRN basis in Danville, VA. You will measure lung function, deliver therapies, monitor patient status, and adapt care based on outcomes and guidelines.

Qualifications include Virginia licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, RRT, and BLS certification. Prior cardiopulmonary experience is preferred. Excellent communication in English is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or associate degree in science required.
• Virginia Respiratory Therapist licensure and RRT certification required.
• Current BLS certification or within 90 days of hire.
• 3+ years of experience in cardiopulmonary services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Measure lung capacity and analyze blood samples with a blood gas analyzer.
• Deliver and assess response to ordered therapy per plan of care.
• Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition as appropriate.
• Evaluate respiratory care policies based on outcomes and best practices.
• Respond to codes and provide emergent assistance.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Education

HS diploma/GED or associate degree in science

Job description

Respiratory Therapist, Registered RRT

PRN

Your experience matters

Sovah Health - Danville 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 joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®.

More about our team

People are our passion and purpose. Come to work where you are appreciated for who you are, not just what you can do.

How you'll contribute

A Respiratory Therapist who excels in this role:

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
• Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care.
• 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.

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 andpart-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.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should be a high school diploma/GED or associate degree in science.

Additional requirements include:

• Current Respiratory Therapist Licensure in the state of Virginia.
• 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.
• Three or more years of previous experience in all aspects of cardiopulmonary services, preferred.
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate actions.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Sovah Health - Danville is a 250-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Danville community for over 120 years. We are proud to be accredited by American College of Cardiology (ACC) Accreditation Services for Chest Pain Center and Heart Failure, and accredited by the American College of Surgeons' Commission on Cancer and is a member of the Duke Heart Network and Duke Telestroke Network.

Hourly range: $27.97-$36.12 per hour

EEOC Statement

"Sovah Health - Danville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Sovah Health - Danville is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.