Registered Respiratory Therapist, Union

Advocate Health • Monroe, NC

36d • $31 - $46 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time position for a Registered Respiratory Therapist at Atrium Health Union - Respiratory Therapy Services. The role involves administering various therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, managing mechanical and non-invasive ventilators, and independently evaluating current therapies. The therapist will document care, communicate with the healthcare team, initiate respiratory care in emergencies, and perform blood gas analysis. Proficiency in electronic medical records and adherence to departmental safety guidelines and regulatory requirements are essential. The position requires alternating weekend work and is eligible for a sign-on bonus.

Requirements

• Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• 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.
• Advanced certification per facility/department.
• Graduate of an approved school of Respiratory Therapy required.
• Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy required (or equivalent experience may be considered).
• For Free-Standing Emergency Department: 2 years critical care experience required or a bachelor’s or higher in Respiratory Therapy with 1-year critical care experience.
• 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.
• Will limit access to protected health information (PHI) to the information reasonably necessary to do the job.
• Will share information only on a need-to-know basis for work purposes.
• Requires repetitive physical activity.
• Able to walk and stand to perform duties.
• Ability to lift 20-50 pounds.
• Ability to move patients of all age groups.
• Adequate hearing and eyesight are necessary.

Nice To Haves

• BA/BS or higher preferred.
• BSRT preferred

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation, understanding the purpose, benefits, and potential effects of each.
• Perform diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.
• Initiate, monitor, and maintain mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators, understanding critical care duties and their effects.
• Independently evaluate current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making recommendations for plans of care and patient education.
• Document therapy and results as required by hospital, department, and regulatory agencies.
• Communicate information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
• Initiate, conduct, and modify respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting.
• Perform and evaluate blood sampling analysis, understanding the values and the importance and treatment of abnormal results.
• Work independently in all patient care areas and assist co-workers with patient care.
• Be proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department.
• Follow departmental safety guidelines.
• Complete all regulatory requirements.
• Complete annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.

Benefits

• Sign on bonus eligible
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree