RT - Respiratory Therapist (Pediatrics)

Elderwood Administrative Services; Point Pleasant (PA); On-site; USD 68,880,000 - 82,656,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

PTO & Holiday Pay

Job summary

Elderwood Administrative Services is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our Pediatric Specialty Care team in Point Pleasant, PA. This role involves providing respiratory care to clinically complex pediatric residents, ensuring their health through effective evaluation and treatment protocols.

We offer a competitive salary of up to $53.00 per hour, a sign-on bonus of $5,000 for part-time positions, and various benefits including health insurance and 401K. The role requires a compassionate approach to care and a commitment to professional mentorship.

Qualifications

• Must possess active state Respiratory Therapist license.
• Registered or Certified Respiratory Therapist by National Board.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care for pediatric residents in respiratory therapy.
• Document individual care plans and responses to treatment.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Interaction

CPR Certification

Education

Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Salary

Up to $53.00 / hr + NEW Shift Premium

Overview

Make a Meaningful Impact as a Respiratory Therapist at Pediatric Specialty Care – Point Pleasant, PA (Bucks County)

SIGN ON BONUS: $5,000 for Part-time

RT – Respiratory Therapist (Pediatrics) Position Overview:

• Pediatric Specialty Care in Point Pleasant, PA (Bucks County) is seeking dedicated and compassionate Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our team. The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing quality care for clinically complex pediatric residents in home like atmosphere! The Respiratory Therapist assists with ensuring the health and well-being of our individuals by evaluating individuals’ ventilator weaning and/or respiratory rehabilitation potential.

PSC is proud to advertise optimal RT to patient ratios.

Respiratory Therapist (RT) Shift Options (12-hour shifts): every other weekend requirement

• Nightshift (7:00pm-7:30am) - seeking to fill a Part-time 2-12 hour shifts per week

Benefits

In addition to a competitive pay package that includes our NEW SHIFT PREMIUM, we offer:

• Optimal Staff to Patient Ratios
• Mentorship & Training – WE WELCOME & SUPPORT NEW GRADUATES!
• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• 401K
• PTO & Holiday Pay

Location

Pediatric Specialty Care in Point Pleasant, PA is located at: 90 Cafferty Road, Point Pleasant, PA 18950

Responsibilities

• Screens and provides an in-depth evaluation of the needs of ventilator and respiratory clients.
• Identifies individual problems and needs through continuously collective objectives and subjective data based on interview, observation and review of individual records.
• Consults with the attending physician regarding treatment protocol. Provides written recommendations for interdisciplinary care planning and treatment.
• Contributes to the development, maintenance, and evaluation of the individual care plan.
• Respiratory Care interventions are consistent with the individual care plan and standards of practices as described by the AARC and/or state regulating agencies.
• Documentation is appropriate and reflects the care plan and reflects the individual’s response to respiratory care interventions for scheduled and PRN treatment.
• Identifies problems and develops a complete plan of care according to facility/unit policy and federal/state regulations.
• Maintains written evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries of individuals receiving respiratory treatment and monitoring according to state, federal, and facility policies.
• Maintains documentation regarding the administration of medications and other required records.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatment in accordance with the approved respiratory techniques.
• Initiates ventilator weaning protocol and/or respiratory rehabilitation in accordance with physician’s orders; maintains required contact with physician.
• Identifies deviations from expected lab values, monitoring etc. as related to scope of practice.
• Assess each assigned individual daily.
• Communicates pertinent individual and assignment information to coworkers, Manager, and interdisciplinary team members, including physician as appropriate.
• Confers with personnel of other departments and provides required training to meet special needs of individuals.
• Demonstrates flexibility in response to schedule changes, emergencies, individual needs.
• Maintains the safety and confidentiality of individual’s medical record.
• Ensures that equipment and supplies are used in an appropriate, cost effective manner.
• Alerts Lead Respiratory Therapist/DON/ADON of needed supplies and equipment for Respiratory Therapy Department.
• Documentation is completed, concise and appropriate both in the medical records and all in-house communication which includes ventilation checks every 12 hours per PSC policy.
• Provide required training to new staff, family/caregivers on specific respiratory equipment and procedures.
• Assists with conducting in-service training programs for other personnel involved in direct care of respiratory individuals.
• Administers inhaled medications to ventilator dependent individuals and assigned pulmonary rehabilitation clients.
• Documents, reports, and follows through on abnormal findings with physicians/nurses/team.

Qualifications

Respiratory Therapist (RT):

• Minimum of Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited educational institution; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Possession of active, unencumbered state Respiratory Therapist license in state where work is performed. Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist by National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Must possess a valid CPR from AHA Healthcare provider.
• Must be at least 21 years of age at applicable PSC locations
• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.