Respiratory Therapist, Cardiopulmonary Rehab - (Per Diem)

Job Information Location: Cherry Hill – 1 Brace Rd, Cherry Hill Remote Type: On‑Site Employment Type: Employee Employment Classification: Per Diem Time Type: Part time Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America) Total Weekly Hours: 0 Travel Required: Must be willing to travel to Voorhees, Washington Township, Cherry Hill, Moorestown & Bordentown Summary Responsible for the treatment, care, and management of patients with cardio‑respiratory deficiencies or abnormalities. Serves as a clinical resource in all areas of patient care and contributes to the overall quality of patient care. Position Responsibilities Performs patient assessments and develops individualized respiratory care plans. Administers treatments/medications as prescribed by the physician. Demonstrates competency in all aspects of invasive and non‑invasive ventilator care. Demonstrates competency in all aspects of the Blood Gas Laboratory and/or Laboratory procedures regarding Blood Gases (location dependent) Provides patient and family education on medications, disease processes, treatments, and wellness strategies. Setup, operates, and maintains medical gas delivery and airway humidification systems. Documents patient care activities using computer information management systems. Required Experience RRT new graduates accepted. CRT with 10 years of experience. CRT with less than 10 years of experience will be required to earn their RRT credential within one year. Required Education Graduate of an AMA approved program of study in Respiratory Care with a high school diploma Training/Certifications/Licensure Registered or Registry Eligible as a Respiratory Therapist as determined by the National Board for Respiratory Care. BLS credential. ACLS credential (or must obtain ACLS within 6 months of hire). Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the New Jersey State Board of Respiratory Care. Compensation Hourly Rate: $50.25 Benefits Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full‑time and part‑time colleagues, including medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short‑term disability and optional long‑term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies. Additional Information For more benefits information, visit the company website. #J-18808-Ljbffr