(RRT) Respiratory Therapist (Per Diem/Rotating) Torresdale

Davita Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to administer respiratory therapy and monitor patients with respiratory disorders. The ideal candidate will have an associate's degree in respiratory care, be licensed, and possess BLS certification. This role is vital in ensuring optimal patient care and facilitating discharge.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and retirement benefits

Paid time off

Educational benefits

Qualifications

• Licensed by the State Board of Medicine or State Board of Osteopathic Medicine.
• Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support/BLS.
• Registered by the National Board of Respiratory Care (must obtain within 2 years of hire if not already registered).

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed respiratory therapy, including oxygen and medications.
• Monitors patients requiring mechanical ventilation.
• Communicates with healthcare team for continuity of care.

Skills

Professional competency in Respiratory Care

Education

Associate's/2-year degree

Graduate of AMA approved School of Respiratory Care

Job description

Job Details

The Registered Respiratory Therapist administers respiratory therapy procedures to examine, diagnose, and treat patients with respiratory and pulmonary disorders. The Respiratory Therapist assesses patient condition and consults with physicians to determine appropriate treatment plans, and monitors patient progress following procedures to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment. The Respiratory Therapist also documents all patient care activities and ensures they comply with the appropriate quality of care standards and regulations of the department.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

1. Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson
2. Administers physician prescribed respiratory therapy, including oxygen, respiratory medication, PFTs, ABGs, and all mechanical ventilation.
3. Performs evaluation procedures, both invasive and non-invasive, to determine respiratory care needs, and makes appropriate recommendations based upon department protocols ultimately improving patient outcomes and facilitating patient discharge.

4. Monitors patients requiring mechanical ventilation including clinical assessment, routine rounds, troubleshooting, weaning, airway care, and diagnostic testing to ensure the safety and appropriate care of patients.
5. Collects and analyzes sputum, blood and breath specimens for diagnosis. Measures the patients lung capacity to determine if there are any impairments.

6. Offers diagnostic results and treatment suggestions based on the analysis of the patient.
7. Communicates with other health care team members to ensure continuity of care and coordination of services.
8. Assures smooth operation of the PFT and ABG laboratory, or other duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Proficiencies):

• Professional competency in the science of Respiratory Care commensurate with the NBRC credential.

Required Experience, Education, Certification(s), License(s):

• Graduate of a AMA approved School of Respiratory Care. Licensed by the State Board of Medicine or State Board of Osteopathic Medicine.
• Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support/BLS.
• Associate's/2-year degree required.
• Registered by the National Board of Respiratory Care (if Certified or not registered by the NBRC, must obtain NBRC registration within 2 years of hire).

Preferred Experience, Education, Degree, Certification(s), License(s):

• ACLS and/or NALS preferred.
• Prior experience preferred.

Work Shift

Workday Evening (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Primary Location Address

10800 Knights Road, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

Benefits

At Jefferson, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support the health and well-being of our colleagues and their families. It includes a wide range of benefits including competitive pay, health and retirement benefits, life and disability insurance, paid time off, educational benefits, financial and mental health resources and much more. Our diverse benefits offerings ensure you have the coverage and access to services you need to thrive both personally and professionally.