Respiratory Therapist - Pinehurst

Job Description

Job Description

Pinehurst Medical Clinic (PMC)

PMC is a recognized healthcare provider in the communities of Moore County, Lee County, Chatham County, and the surrounding six counties. Locally owned and managed, PMC offers a broad range of primary and specialty care services to the communities we serve. The physicians and healthcare team of professionals at PMC share a commitment to patient-centered care that is physician-led and utilizes the latest advances in medical technology. This combination of leading-edge medicine and deep compassion for the people we serve has been a hallmark of PMC since 1952. PMC consists of over 130 providers, approximately 750 employees, and 16 locations.

Benefits to support you and your family:

PMC is proud to support the total health and well-being of our team members so they can thrive personally and professionally. That’s why, as part of the PMC team, you’ll have a package of benefits that covers your health, well-being, family, and future. For more information regarding our benefits, click here to watch our benefit video or click here for our benefits overview guide.

What will you do as an PMC Respiratory Therapist

Pinehurst Medical Clinic is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our Pulmonary Department in Pinehurst, NC. This position plays a key role in patient care working with our providers in providing the best in patient care by performing all pulmonary function testing and assisting physicians and nursing personnel during clinical hours whenever possible.

A day in the life of a PMC Respiratory Therapist may include:

• Assisting the physician in pulmonary stress testing.
• Running pulmonary function testing in the pulmonary lab, including bronchial provocation.
• Manages the equipment necessary for all pulmonary testing and orders supplies needed for pulmonary testing.
• Works with Pulmonary RN in maintaining emergency equipment, supplies, and clinic staff readiness regarding emergency situations.
• Testing may include:
  • Cardio Pulmonary Exercise Test
  • DLCO
  • Pulmonary Function Test w/ Bronchodilator
  • Desaturation Test
  • Arterial Blood Draw
  • Methacholine Challenge
  • Pulmonary Function Test
• Performs abg/6 minute walking test with oxygen set, titrations, and prescriptions.

Required Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• BLS & ACLS certification or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire required.
• Active license/registration according to the standards for the state of North Carolina for Respiratory Therapists

Experience

• Six months experience in a clinical or hospital environment in Respiratory Therapy preferred.

Shift: Day Shift (Monday through Friday)
Pay Type: Hourly (Non-Exempt)

The Pinehurst Medical Clinic is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations and provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Monday - Friday, Day Shift (no weekend or holidays required)
Full Time