Respiratory Care Practitioner - Full Time - Night

Respiratory Care Practitioner

Seeking full-time (72 hours bi-weekly), night shift - up to $15,000 sign on bonus

Job summary

Supports and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health (FH) mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the FH Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the FH Standards of Behavior.

Performs a variety of respiratory care modalities on patients from infancy through geriatric age categories. The RCP I must be able to apply decision-making and clinical skills with moderate supervision, provide for safe and effective respiratory care in the general patient care setting.

Example of essential functions

• Airway/ventilator management
• Blood gas draw and analysis
• Medication delivery
• Oxygen delivery

Required knowledge, skills and abilities

• Knowledge of cardiopulmonary system, as well as acute and chronic cardiopulmonary disease.
• Knowledge of respiratory therapy modalities and treatments.
• Special attributes: innovative, and forward thinking with a willingness to adapt. Organized; with strong ability to set priorities. Communicates with all members of the team to ensure delivery of appropriate care.
• Relates well to people from varied backgrounds and situations; is sensitive to individual differences and diversity.
• Computer proficiency: general knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software. Familiarity with Meditech and CPN software preferred.
• Ability to learn software and computerized systems; electronic healthcare record (EHR) and other advanced technologies to enhance work performance and efficiencies.

Minimum education, training, and experience required

• Education: Associates degree from an accredited school of respiratory care or equivalent.
• Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a certified respiratory therapist (CRT).
• Licensure: currently licensed as a respiratory care practitioner (RCP) in Maryland.
• Maintains continuing education for license maintenance.
• Certifications: current American Heart Association cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
• New graduates accepted.

Reporting relationship

Reports to manager of respiratory care

Caring for you as you care for the community

Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package. Health, dental and vision insurance are offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week and we offer multiple plans to best meet your and your family's needs. Life insurance, short-term income replacement and long-term disability are employer paid for eligible employees. Frederick Health offers a robust paid time off program for eligible employees. Our 403B retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and includes an employer match to eligible employees. All employees have access to free financial planning sessions. We also offer an educational assistance program to support your education goals as well as an employer paid employee assistance program.

Pay is based on experience, skills and education. If position is part-time, salary will be pro-rated based on scheduled hours. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on specialty if applicable. Non-exempt positions may have shift differential and/or overtime paid, if applicable.

Hourly range: $33.61 - $48.14

Qualifications

Licenses & certifications

CPR/BLS

CRT

Respiratory Care Pract

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