Respiratory Therapist - Days

Respiratory Therapist

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift

Location: Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital - Darby, PA

Position Purpose

Under supervision of the department manager and upon request of the physician order, the Respiratory Therapist sets up and operates various types of respiratory care equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease or illness. Also, delivery of medications needed to assist in control of Respiratory ailments.

As a Respiratory Therapist, you will:

• Demonstrate competence in providing Oxygen Therapy
• Demonstrate competence in Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
• Recognize changes in patient condition and respond appropriately (notifies nurse/physician, initiates CPR)
• Set up and maintain ventilator functions
• Demonstrate appropriate use of pulse oximetry device
• Participate in the education process of patients and families

Minimum Qualifications:

• HS graduate or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an AMA approved respiratory therapy program required
• Current PA License in Respiratory Therapy required, must be registered by the NBRC
• BLS required

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from the first day of employment.
• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.
• Free onsite parking.
• Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.
• Referral Rewards Program

About us:

Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital is a 178-bed teaching hospital located in Darby, Pa., which offers advanced acute care services in Delaware County and Southwest Philadelphia. Consistently recognized for clinical excellence, Mercy Fitzgerald is proud of our many quality achievements such as: Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care, Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence, Achievement Awards from the American Heart/Stroke Associations and Certified Primary Stroke Center.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.