Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory TherapistDepartment: Respiratory TherapySchedule PRN, Night Shift Hours: 6:30pm - 7:00am Rotation: Every third weekend / Rotating holidaysGeneral SummaryPerforms respiratory care modalities according to established standards and practices at the base practitioner level. Coordinates care planning with other disciplines.ResponsibilitiesEssential Functions:Administers respiratory therapy modalities as per the physician, clinical practice guidelines and/or clinical pathway. Charts treatment, response and progress.Performs patient assessment and develops a comprehensive pulmonary care plan.Modifies therapy to maximize efficacy of the therapy regimen.Collaborates with the physician to manage the initiation, maintenance and weaning of patients requiring ventilatory support.Maintains active and support communication with the patient regarding progress, problems, home programs and other issues related to the therapeutic process.Provides quality care consistent with appropriate policies and procedures, quality assessment program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.Common Expectations:Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.QualificationsMinimum Education:Associates Degree Required orCertificate Program Certificate Program Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training RequiredWork Experience:Less than 1 year Relevant experience. RequiredLicenses:Licensed Respiratory Therapist Upon Hire Required andRegistered Respiratory Therapist - NBRC Upon Hire Required andBasic Life Support Upon Hire RequiredCourses and Training:Graduate of an accredited program in respiratory therapy. Upon Hire RequiredBenefits Offered:Comprehensive health benefitsRetirement savings planPaid time off (PTO)Education assistanceFinancial education and support, including DailyPayExpanded Paid Parental LeaveAbout UsWellSpan Health's vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,300 employed providers, 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region's largest and one of the best in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest.About the TeamWellSpan Evangelical Community Hospital Working at WellSpan Evangelical Community Hospital means being part of a vital tradition of service to our community. We maintain a challenging, energized work environment for our valued employees who exemplify our Core Values: Quality Service, Compassion, Respect, Professionalism, Integrity, Cooperation, and Creativity. Together, we commit to excellence every day as we strive to provide exceptional healthcare, accessible to all, in the safest and most compassionate atmosphere possible to build a healthy community.1 Hospital Dr, Lewisburg, PA, 17837, US