CRT or RRT (Respiratory Therapy #)

Gloucester, VirginiaHiring Range$32.50 - $44.73/Hourly Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.Up to 20k Sign-On Bonus!!!OverviewThe Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for the planning, executing and evaluating the total Respiratory Care of assigned patients. The Respiratory Care Practitioner utilizes current evidenced based Respiratory Care Practice to care for each patient based on the physiological, psychosocial and cultural diversity. Works under the direction of the leadership team to provided respiratory services associated with and in accordance with standards of excellence established by Riverside Health System and facility goals and strategic plans. Responsible for assuring safe practices as referenced in the National Patient Safety Goals, and supports best practices as recommended by the American Association of Respiratory Care.What you will doResponsible for assessing, diagnosing, implementing, and evaluating the treatment and procedures that contribute to the Respiratory Care Plan.Completes all documentation and assures all orders are current, completed or discontinued.Participates and assists in meetings, projects and in-services relative to improvement of RHS Respiratory Care Services.Utilizes proper infection control techniques in performance of duties and in accordance with departmental procedures.Works with physicians and nurses to create treatment plans. Evaluates progress of the treatment.QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or GED, (Required) orAssociates Degree, Respiratory Therapy or Related Field (Required) andBachelors Degree, Respiratory Therapy or Related Field (Preferred)Experience1 year Respiratory Therapist experience (Preferred)Licenses and CertificationsRespiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) RCP License with the Virginia Department of Health Professions Upon Hire(Required) andCertified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Upon Hire(Required) andCPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required) andACLS Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 1 Year(Required)To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at

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