Respiratory Therapist - Sleep Studies

Pennstatehershey Diversity; Hummelstown (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tuition discount

Total Rewards Program

Job summary

Penn State Health Milton Hershey Medical Center in Hummelstown is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for Sleep Studies. The role supports night-shift coverage within the Respiratory Services Department and its satellites, under general supervision and in line with established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, prescribed therapies, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to improve outcomes, with NBRC-certified focus and Pennsylvania licensure required.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• AHA BLS required prior to orientation completion.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day Respiratory Services activities and patient assessments.
• Concentrate in specialty areas where NBRC certification has been obtained.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Follow established policies and procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Respiratory Therapist - PA

Job description

Invest in Your Future and Theirs

Full-time Milton S. Hershey Medical Center employees receive a 75% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents through the Grant-in-Aid program.

Sign On Bonus

$15,000 Sign On Bonus! – eligible to those that qualify

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Hummelstown

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 0.90

Shift: Night

Hours: Varied

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Performs the day-to-day activities of the Respiratory Services Department and all of its satellites under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, concentrating in those specialty areas where certification has been obtained by the National Board of Respiratory Care. Performs patient assessment and conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures and implements appropriate modalities accordingly. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to achieve optimal patient outcomes consistent with evidence-based practice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S)

• Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• AHA BLS required prior to orientation completion.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S)

• Excellent communication skills preferred.
• RRT credential awarded by the NBRC preferred to start, required within 90 days of hire.

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 MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

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 description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. 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 Employer and 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.

Union: Non Bargained

Position Respiratory Therapist - Sleep Studies

Location US:PA:Hummelstown | Allied Health | Full Time

Req ID 49940