Respiratory Therapist, Registered RRT

Respiratory Therapist, Registered RRTSign-on bonus: $15,000 *May be eligible for a Sign-on bonus*Full-time Night ShiftYour experience mattersSovah Health - Martinsville is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. 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.More about our teamPeople are our passion and purpose. Come to work where you are appreciated for who you are, not just what you can do.How you'll contributeA Respiratory Therapist who excels in this role:Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care.Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance.Why join usWe believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:Comprehensive 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.What we're looking for Applicants should be a Graduate of an approved Respiratory Care Program, with an A.A.S. degree, Certification of Graduation or equivalent.Additional requirements include:AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) required LicensesLicensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia, to practice as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.Certification by the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support.Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT).Minimum Work Experience One year of critical care experience, to include hemodynamic monitoring, bronchoscopy assistance, and mechanical ventilation set-up, management and patient care assessment.One year of routine respiratory care experience required. Graduation from an Associate Degree level program can be substituted for one year of experience.More about Sovah Health - MartinsvilleSovah Health - Martinsville is a 220-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Martinsville community for over 50 years. We are proud to be accredited by American College of Cardiology (ACC) Accreditation Services for Chest Pain Center and Heart Failure, by the American College of Surgeons' Commission on Cancer. We are also a proud member of the Duke Heart Network and Duke Telestroke Network.Hourly range: $27.97-$36.12 per hour.EEOC Statement" Sovah Health - Martinsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Sovah Health - Martinsville is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."