RRT - Respiratory Therapy (Casual) - 6170

mhnetwork; West Virginia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's Medical Center in West Virginia is seeking a Casual Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join our Respiratory Department. The RT performs standard and advanced respiratory therapies, assesses patients, and communicates findings to the physician.

Education and experience: RRT credential preferred, NBRC exam completed, Bachelor's degree preferred; prior staff therapist experience is desirable; BLS required.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required.
• RRT credential preferred; NBRC exam completed.
• Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy strongly preferred.
• Previous work experience as staff therapist is desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard and advanced respiratory therapy techniques as prescribed.
• Treat, diagnose, evaluate therapy, and make recommendations to physicians.
• Collaborate with physicians and the respiratory team to optimize patient care.

Skills

BLS

Education

RRT credential

NBRC exam

Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

St. Mary's Medical Center is seeking a CasualRespiratory Therapist (RRT) for our Respiratory Department. The Respiratory Therapist performs usual and advanced respiratory therapy techniques as described in the Policy & Procedure Manual. The primary function is to treat, perform diagnostic tests, evaluate therapy, and make recommendations to the physician related to the respiratory system.

Education:

Training for RRT equivalent to two or more year’s undergraduate work is preferred. Has successfully completed the Registered Respiratory Therapist exam administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy strongly preferred.

Experience:

Previous work experience as staff therapist is desired.

SKILLS:

BLS required.