Registered Respiratory Therapist I

Registered Respiratory Therapist I Join to apply for the Registered Respiratory Therapist I role at CJW Medical Center Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Registered Respiratory Therapist I? At Chippenham Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years. Description The Respiratory Therapist coordinates and delivers high‑quality, patient‑centered respiratory care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. As a vital part of the patient care team, the Respiratory Therapist performs a variety of diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures and monitors patients receiving invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation. What you will do in this role: You will perform and document patient assessment, including breath sounds, airway patency, and cuff pressure. You will conduct diagnostic procedures to evaluate the need for, and response to, respiratory therapy. You will administer respiratory care therapies, including oxygen delivery, aerosol medication delivery, and chest physiotherapy. You will assist with placement of artificial airways. You will initiate, monitor, and maintain mechanical ventilation. You will monitor patient for therapeutic response and notify provider and intervene as appropriate in the event of an unintended response. You will assist with transportation of ventilator‑dependent patients. You will respond to emergent patient situations and ensure airway integrity and adequate ventilation during resuscitation as required. What qualifications you will need: Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date. RRT/RCP-State Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner, Associate Degree, or Vocational School Graduate. NBRC-CRT Certified Respiratory Therapist. Benefits Comprehensive medical coverage, prescription drug and behavioral health coverage, free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation. Optional dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long‑term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing. 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service). Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock. Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more. Consumer discounts through Abenity. Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships. Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships). Colleague recognition program. Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence). Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee‑only coverage to full‑time and part‑time colleagues based on income. Currently offering a sign‑on bonus up to $10K We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring! Location Richmond, VA Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care #J-18808-Ljbffr