Respiratory Therapist - PRN
$74,214–$74,214 year
On-siteMount Airy, North Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Provide respiratory care to all patient populations by assessing physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and cultural dimensions while documenting educational needs. Perform treatments including oxygen delivery, ventilator management, bronchial hygiene, lung expansion, spirometry testing, and blood gas analysis. Monitor equipment operation, review electronic medical records and physician orders, and respond to cardiopulmonary resuscitation events by maintaining airways and providing ventilation. Adhere to department policies, accreditation regulations, and safety standards while contributing to department goals. Available for various PRN shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's degree (AAS) or higher from an AMA accredited program in respiratory care
- 0-3 years of acute care experience
- Registry eligible
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NRBC)
- RCP - Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in Maryland
- CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days
- ACLS NRP PALS and other certifications within a year where required
- Working knowledge of human respiratory anatomy physiology and pathology as related to respiratory care
- Knowledge of the operation of respiratory care equipment and its application in a clinical setting
- Ability to assess hazardous conditions related to respiratory care and take corrective action
- Ability to remain calm and function under stressful conditions
- Must work well as a team member
- Must be articulate and communicate well with all types of people
- Various PRN Shifts available - Day, Nights, Weekends, Holidays
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related healthcare field
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