RT - Respiratory Therapist (Pediatrics)

Elderwood Administrative Services; Point Pleasant, Town of Greenville (WV, NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading pediatric care facility, providing essential respiratory therapy to medically complex children. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of young patients while working in a supportive environment. With a focus on optimal staff-to-patient ratios and comprehensive training, you will be equipped to deliver the highest quality care. The organization values your growth and offers a competitive salary, including a generous sign-on bonus. If you are passionate about pediatric care and respiratory therapy, this is an exceptional opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to a noble cause.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401K

PTO & Holiday Pay

Mentorship & Training

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Active state Respiratory Therapist license required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate needs of ventilator and respiratory clients.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments.

Skills

Patient Care

Ventilator Management

Respiratory Rehabilitation

Communication Skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

Respiratory Therapy Equipment

Medical Documentation Systems

Job description

Salary

UP TO $53.00 / hour + NEW Shift Premium

Overview

Respiratory Therapist Opportunities at Pediatric Specialty Care in Point Pleasant, PA (Bucks County)

SIGN ON BONUS: $10,000 for Full-time and $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 a 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.

Pediatric Specialty Care Overview

• At Pediatric Specialty Care, we are dedicated to providing the best possible long term, short term, and transitional care available for technology-dependent and medically fragile infants, children, and young adults. Pediatric Specialty Care is dedicated to meeting the unique needs of medically complex and technology-dependent individuals ranging from birth to 21 years of age. Our goal is to enable children with special needs to realize their fullest potential in a nurturing and supportive environment. It is evident to our residents and their families that whether we are helping to transition a child back to their family’s home or celebrating a resident’s small, yet miraculous achievement, we are deeply committed to their physical, psychological, and spiritual well-being every step of the way.

Respiratory Therapist (RT) Shift Options (12-hour shifts)

• Dayshift (6:45am-7:15pm)
• Nightshift (6:45pm-7:15am)

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

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

Responsibilities

Day-to-Day tasks for Respiratory Therapist (RT):

• Screens and provides an in-depth evaluation of the needs of ventilator and respiratory clients.
• Identifies individual problems and needs through continuously collected 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 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.
• Administers 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 the special needs of individuals.
• Demonstrates flexibility in response to schedule changes, emergencies, and 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 the 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 the 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 the state where work is performed. Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist by the 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.