Respiratory Therapist - Full Time - Brand New Unit - Sign On Bonus

Job Description

Job Description

Department: Pediatric & Young Adult Long-Term Care

Location: Newark, DE

Job Type: Full-Time

Shifts Available: DAYS 6AM - 6PM or EVENINGS 6PM - 6AM

About Us

Exceptional Care for Children provides specialized, compassionate long-term care for children and young adults with complex medical needs. We foster a warm, vibrant environment focused on life quality, developmental growth, and specialized clinical support.

Position Overview

Exciting things are happening! We are expanding and seeking compassionate Respiratory Therapists (RRTs & CRTs) to join our team for the opening of our brand-new unit.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Provides care and advocacy to residents requiring respiratory expertise, and completes respiratory assessment of residents each shift.
• Participates in the care planning process.
• Assists with policy and procedure development and continuous quality improvement measures.
• Responsible for periodically covering school sessions, medical transports, and play therapy.
• Delivers periodic interdisciplinary in-service education to team members and responsible parties including mock codes and trach changes.
• Conducts parent/responsible party training and assess needs and deficits of the training parties under the direction of Director of Respiratory Services.
• Responsible for routine respiratory care; including equipment maintenance, respiratory treatments, troubleshooting equipment, etc.
• Provides daily interaction, including but not limited to frequent conversation, play and holding/cuddling of residents to provide daily stimulation.
• Committee participation including Admissions, Field Trip, and Education Committees.

Qualifications and Skills

• Education and experience sufficient to meet position requirements; Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT); active and valid license in State of Delaware (or ability to seek) required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and accessing electronic medical records.
• Exhibits positive communication techniques and skills and has ability to make oral presentations.
• Possess special interest in working with pediatric long term care residents and children with special needs.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English and to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers, vendors and other staff members.
• Personifies Exceptional Care for Children's core values of Service, Helpfulness, Excellence, Leadership, Dedication, Outstanding Conduct and Integrity, and Nurturing.

Benefits & Compensation

· Newly Improved & Competitive Hourly Pay Rates (commensurate with experience)

· Generous Shift Differentials for nights and weekends

· Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

· 403(b) Retirement Plan with company match

· Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

· Supportive, team-centric culture with opportunities for professional growth

Equal Opportunity Employer

Exceptional Care for Children is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA).