Respiratory Care Practitioner I

Located in Largo in the heart of Prince George’s County, our new state-of-the-art regional medical center (UM Capital Region Medical Center) will provide improved access to primary and ambulatory care services, and serve as a tertiary care center for critically ill patients. In addition, our new space will allow us to expand our offerings as a community partner to help improve the health status of Prince George’s County residents.

We are looking for Respiratory Therapists to join our extraordinary Respiratory Care Team at University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center as a number of new career pathways and makes this the perfect time for you to join our team. Our affiliation with the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) has created.

What we offer:

• Opportunity to work with a small, cohesive team of experienced professionals
• A comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental coverage including prescription drug coverage.
• Great Work Life Balance:  You will accrue paid annual leave; we offer dependent care reimbursement, short/long term disability and an employee assistant program.
• Competitive salary
• Educational Assistance: We support your continuing education and career advancement by offering tuition reimbursement.

General Summary:

Respiratory Therapist are health care professionals who administer respiratory care by prescription of the physician. Their responsibilities include the diagnostic evaluation (not limited to: Obtaining and analyzing physiological specimens, interpreting physiologic data, performing tests and studies of the cardiopulmonary system and performing neuropsychological studies), management, education and rehabilitation and care of the patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. The practice includes the application of technology and the use of treatment protocols across all care sites including but is not limited to application and monitoring of: Medical gases (excluding anesthetic gases) and environmental control systems, Mechanical ventilatory support, Artificial airway care, Bronchopulmonary hygiene, Pharmacological agents related to respiratory care procedures, Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, Hemodynamic cardiovascular support.

Primary Responsibilities

Manages an assigned case load and responds to emergent patient needs. Functions as part of a larger team to support all patients under the department’s care.

· Performs a variety of respiratory care treatments to specific patient populations, i.e., adult, pediatric, or neonatal. Verifies all interventions are supported by protocol or LIP order. Observes and monitors physical signs and symptoms, general behavior, general physical response to respiratory care procedures. Collaborates with LIP during patient rounds the therapeutic treatment plans to determine whether initiation, modification, or discontinuation of the treatment regimen is warranted. Adheres to Joint Commission, State, Federal, organizational and departmental regulatory compliance standards.

· Administers therapeutic and diagnostic gases (exclusive of anesthetic agents), aerosolized medication treatments and chest physiotherapy. Administers invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation and adjusts ventilation equipment to optimize patient support. Ensures correct ventilator alarms and settings. Collaborates with the healthcare team when adjusting ventilation parameters and settings, as necessary in accordance with patient’s response. Evaluates the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions by reviewing chest x-rays, utilizing noninvasive monitor values and laboratory results. Monitors patient appearance and vital signs and consults with the LIP or a senior practitioner as necessary.

· Documents accurate patient care activity in various electronic health records systems.

· Contributes to departmental and organizational performance improvement initiatives and efforts to improve workflows, patient experience and quality. Participates in student and employee training and education activities.

· Perform all other duties as assigned.

Required Education, Credentials and Experience

· Associate's Degree /Legacy Approved Certificate Program. Working toward an advanced respiratory related credential.

· One year of experience as an RRT.

· Licensure as a Respiratory Care practitioner by the Maryland Board of Physician Quality Assurance.

· Credentialing by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is required.

· Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

•Pay Range: $35.08-$52.64

•Other Compensation (if applicable): 

•Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide