Registered Respiratory Therapist I, Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospital, FT Nights

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

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; Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures; Administers therapeutic and diagnostic procedures; Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators; Evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols; Documents therapy and results as required; Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting; Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis; Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers; Proficient in electronic medical records; Follows departmental safety guidelines; Completes 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

Sign-on bonus eligible; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; 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, on call, and more based on job; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance