Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist

Seeking a Respiratory Therapist to collect arterial blood samples using a blood gas analyzer; perform bedside EKGs, and tobacco-cessation education as ordered.

Job Duties:

• As a Respiratory Therapist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier.
• Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
• Collects arterial blood samples using a blood gas analyzer; perform bedside EKGs, and tobacco-cessation education as ordered.
• Delivers ordered respiratory therapies; monitors, records, and communicates patient condition and response to treatment.
• Responds to codes and emergent calls; assesses patient condition and provides appropriate interventions.
• Evaluates and contributes to respiratory care policies and procedures based on outcomes, research, and best practices.
• Educates patients and families on illness, treatments, device use, and community resources.
• Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory supplies and medical gas cylinders; maintains storage areas and equipment readiness.
• Disassembles, cleans, sterilizes, performs preventive maintenance, and calibrates respiratory equipment.
• Performs all responsibilities as needed to fulfill required service levels.
• Participates in performance improvement and required education.
• Schedule: Full-time, nights 7PM -7AM

Qualifications:

• Education: Associate's degree in respiratory therapy required.
• License: Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) license in state of North Carolina.
• Certifications: BCLS required; ACLS, PALS, and NRP required.

Benefits:

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.