Respiratory Therapist: Ventilation & Critical Care

WVU Medicine; Princeton (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

PCH Princeton Community Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to evaluate and care for patients requiring respiratory therapy. The role administers prescribed respiratory services and supports the care team on a busy hospital unit.

Minimum qualifications include licensure as a respiratory therapist in the applicable state and BLS within 30 days of hire. ACLS, PALS, NRP, STABLE and related certifications are encouraged, with RT experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Licensed respiratory therapist in the applicable state.
• Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.
• Two years respiratory therapist experience (preferred).
• Registered Respiratory Therapist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic and advanced therapeutic procedures for neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients by order of the physician.
• Assembles, checks, and corrects malfunctions and performs quality controls on Respiratory Care equipment.
• Initiates, maintains, and discontinues mechanical ventilation for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients.
• Communicates with the healthcare team regarding patient care.
• Provides education to patients and families with the care team.
• Participates in quality assurance and performance improvement activities.
• Maintains competency and relevant departmental skills.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

Licensed Respiratory Therapist

BLS certification

ACLS

PALS

NRP

STABLE

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job description

PCH Princeton Community Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to evaluate and care for patients requiring respiratory therapy. The role administers prescribed respiratory services and supports the care team on a busy hospital unit.

Minimum qualifications include licensure as a respiratory therapist in the applicable state and BLS within 30 days of hire. ACLS, PALS, NRP, STABLE and related certifications are encouraged, with RT experience preferred.