RRT- Hospital - Respiratory

Respiratory TherapistUnder the general supervision of the Respiratory Manager, works in collaboration with Nursing and allied health professionals to provide value-added services to patients, physicians, and staff in a variety of clinical settings including inpatient, outpatient and emergency services. Collaborates with nursing leadership to integrate respiratory care functions into day to day nursing practice as appropriate; The patients served by the Respiratory Therapist are typically adult and geriatric patients; In particular, the Respiratory Therapist is required to provide service to both neonates and pediatric patients in critical situations (i.e., Therefore, the Respiratory Therapist must be able to assess developmental needs for all age groups across the life span and adjust care and instruction with regard to the physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs of the patient.Associate Degree in respiratory care from an accredited institution. CRTT or RRT Certification; Must be adaptable and flexible to meet the institution’s changing needs. Basic computer skills.Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, optional supplemental life (employee, spouse, and/or child coverage), flexible spending accounts (medical and dependent care), 403b retirement with dollar for dollar match up to 5%, paid time off, and more available depending on employment status.