Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job SummaryRRTs will provide specialized care in inpatient units, including administering respiratory medications (e.g., bronchodilators, steroids), performing Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), conducting Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs), and responding to emergencies according to hospital protocols. The Registered Respiratory Therapist is a multi-skilled health professional who works interdependently with other health care professionals to provide quality health care to the patient. The Registered Respiratory Therapist is educated and trained to perform both administrative and clinical skills in the medical care environment.Work Schedule:Contract RRTs shall be expected to be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays. The normal tour of duty is comprised of six 12-hour shifts, and one 8-hour shift amounting to eighty hours per 2-week period. Shift 8 hours or longer shall include a 30-minute meal break. Overtime shall be approved in writing (email) and permitted by the COR prior to any Contract RRT exceeding eighty (80) hours per two (2) week period.Compensation: The expected pay at time of requisition creation is between $55-$58 an hour.Primary ResponsibilitiesAssist with Intubations and other simple procedures. (i.e.: Bronchoscopies, thoracentesis, chest tube placement)Be familiar with multiple Mechanical Ventilators and have proficiency in ventilation management.Draw and analyze Arterial Blood Gasses (ABGs) and be able to interpret with the ability to assess and adjust patient modality per ABG results.Discuss patient care plans, treatment plans and other pertinent care information with Physicians and other patient care providers (i.e. Physician assistants, Nurse practitioners)Maintain, operate and adjust with both invasive and non-invasive ventilator machines to include portable CPAP and Bi-level machines.Provide education for patients, caregivers, and family members pertinent to their treatment plan while admitted or upon discharge.Utilize Handheld Nebulizers; Intermittent Positive Pressure Breathing (IPPB) Treatments.Administer medications to the respiratory tract, including Bronchodilators, decongestants, wetting agents, mucous emulsifying agents, and steroidsPerform PFTs and/or Spirometry Tests.Provide direct and indirect treatment through assessing patient status and determining priorities, in any areas of assignment within VALBHS.Comply with the VALBHS standard operating procedures and policies. Guidelines are in the form of oral and written instructions using standard operating procedures in the planning of prescribed treatments. Additional materials such as technical manuals, textbooks, and reference books are available for review.Minimum QualificationsAmerican Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.Credentialled as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). The contract RRT shall hold an active license.Minimum 3-year experience in an acute care hospital settingAbout AptiveAptive is a modern federal consulting firm focused on human experience, digital services, and business transformation. We harness creativity, technology, and culture to connect people and systems to impact the world. We're advisors, strategists, and engineers focused on people, above all else.We believe in generating success collaboratively, leaving client organizations stronger after every engagement and building trust for the next big challenge. Our work inspires people, fuels change and makes an impact. Join our team to be part of positive change in your community and our nation.EEO StatementAptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.