Registered Respiratory Therapist I, AH Pineville

Performs all aspects of direct respiratory care according to physician's orders and/or approved protocols. Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy and makes appropriate recommendations. Provides appropriate ventilator support and maintains and monitors other cardiopulmonary life support equipment. Maintains and properly utilizes respiratory care equipment.

Responsibilities

Perform all aspects of direct respiratory care according to physician's orders and/or approved protocols; Consult physicians on effectiveness of therapy and make appropriate recommendations; Provide appropriate ventilator support and maintain and monitor other cardiopulmonary life support equipment; Maintain and properly utilize respiratory care equipment; Demonstrate knowledge of oxygen delivery modes and methods and conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures; Administer therapeutic procedures and perform diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy; Initiate, monitor and maintain mechanical and non-invasive ventilators; Independently evaluate current therapies and make recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs; Document therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies; Communicate information to appropriate members of the healthcare team; Initiate, conduct and modify respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting; Perform and evaluate blood sampling analysis; Work independently in all patient care areas and assist co-workers with patient care; Follow departmental safety guidelines and complete regulatory requirements; Complete annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures

Requirements

Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care; Associate's RRT or RRT Equivalent required; Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care; Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of North Carolina; BLS required per policy guidelines; Advanced certifications per facility policy/standards; For free-standing Emergency Department and Virtual Critical Care, 2 years critical care experience required; Requires repetitive physical activity; Able to walk and stand to perform duties; Ability to lift materials 20-50 pounds; Ability to move patients of all age groups; Adequate hearing and eyesight is necessary

Nice to have

Bachelor's degree preferred

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs; Medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program; Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance