Respiratory Therapist, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

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  Sign-On Bonus:
  
  
  
  
  $20,000 sign-on bonus, provided the candidate meets the eligibility requirements
  
  
  
  



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  Relocation Assistance:
  
  
  Up to $8,000 in Relocation Assistance for qualified candidates
  

  
  



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  Department:
  
  
  Adult OR Pediatrics
  

  
  



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  Location:
  
  
  Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, Winston-Salem, NC
  

  
  



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  Shift Schedule:
  
  
  Full Time and Weekend Option
  

  
  

Essential Functions

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  Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.
  
  

  
  



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  Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each. Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.
  
  

  
  



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  Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators and is aware of the critical care duties and effects of such therapy.
  
  

  
  



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  Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs.
  
  

  
  



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  Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies. Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
  
  

  
  



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  Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting. Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values, and the importance and treatment of abnormal results.
  
  

  
  



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  Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible. Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department.
  
  

  
  



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  Follows departmental safety guidelines. Completes all regulatory requirements. Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.
  
  

  
  

YOULL NEED:

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  Graduate of an AMA approved two or four-year program for respiratory care or satisfies the requirements as outlined in the admissions policies of the NBRC for registry examinations.
  
  

  
  



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  Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and licensed to practice as a RCP in the state of North Carolina required.
  
  

  
  



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  Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
  
  

  
  



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  Peds: PALS and NRP required within 90 days of employment.
  
  

  
  



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  Adult: ACLS required within 90 days of employment.