Certified Respiratory Therapist, Atrium Health Pineville, FT Days

American Addiction Centers•Charlotte, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a full-time Certified Respiratory Therapist at Atrium Health Pineville, working days. The role involves administering therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, initiating, monitoring, and maintaining mechanical and non-invasive ventilators, and independently evaluating current therapies. The therapist will document therapy and results, communicate with the healthcare team, initiate and modify respiratory care techniques in emergency settings, and work independently while assisting co-workers. Proficiency in electronic medical records is required, along with adherence to departmental safety guidelines and completion of all regulatory requirements and annual proficiency evaluations.

Requirements

Credentialed as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) is required.
Currently licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner/Licensed Respiratory Therapist in the State in which they work.
Basic Life Support for healthcare providers thru the American Heart Association required.
Graduate of an approved school of Respiratory Therapy required.
Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy required (or equivalent experience may be considered).
New graduate with CRT credential or experienced Respiratory Therapist CRT credential is eligible for this job code.
Excellent organization, prioritization, and time management skills.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and establish working relationships.
Effective problem solving, decision making, and delegation skills.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.

Nice To Haves

Advanced certification per facility/department.
RRT Credential
BA/BS or higher preferred.
BSRT preferred

Responsibilities

Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.
Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each.
Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.
Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators and is aware of the critical care duties and effects of such therapy.
Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs.
Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies.
Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting.
Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible.
Is proficient in electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department.
Follows departmental safety guidelines.
Completes all regulatory requirements.
Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.

Benefits

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program