Senior Respiratory Therapist - Ventilation & Critical Care

Mary Washington Healthcare Incorporated; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist II to deliver advanced respiratory care and lead care planning in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and therapists. The RT II will independently implement therapy across patient populations and participate in quality initiatives.

Required Virginia licensure, CRT or RRT credentials, and at least 1 year of RT experience. BLS required; ACLS and NRP within defined timelines.

Qualifications

• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in Virginia in good standing.
• CRT or RRT with NBRC credentials preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire; ACLS within 90 days; NRP within 90 days for NICU.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient- and family-centered care within respiratory care.
• Administers and assesses respiratory therapies with high proficiency.
• Evaluates response to therapy and adjusts plan.
• Establishes and manages mechanical ventilation.
• Measures ventilator volumes, pressures, and blood gases.
• Develops and communicates ventilator care plans with the care team.
• Maintains and troubleshoots respiratory equipment.
• Educates patients and families about care.
• Keeps up with professional development and best practices.
• Assists as Charge Therapist when needed.
• Participation in quality and performance initiatives.
• Works in at least 1 critical care area (ED, NICU, ICU).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

BLS Provider CPR

ACLS Certification

NBRC Credentials

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

Virginia Licensed Respiratory Therapist

Job description

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist II to deliver advanced respiratory care and lead care planning in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and therapists. The RT II will independently implement therapy across patient populations and participate in quality initiatives.

Required Virginia licensure, CRT or RRT credentials, and at least 1 year of RT experience. BLS required; ACLS and NRP within defined timelines.