Respiratory Care Practitioner - Full Time - Nights

Frederick Memorial Healthcare System•Frederick, MD

43d•$33 - $44

About The Position

Supports, and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health (FH) mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the FH Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the FH Standards of Behavior. Performs a variety of Respiratory Care modalities on patients from infancy through geriatric age categories. The RCP I must be able to apply decision-making and clinical skills with moderate supervision, provide for safe and effective respiratory care in the general patient care setting.

Requirements

Knowledge of cardiopulmonary system, as well as acute and chronic cardiopulmonary disease.
Knowledge of respiratory therapy modalities and treatments.
Special Attributes: Innovative, and forward thinking with a willingness to adapt. Organized; with strong ability to set priorities. Communicates with all members of the team to ensure delivery of appropriate care.
Relates well to people from varied backgrounds and situations; is sensitive to individual differences and diversity.
Computer proficiency: General knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Software. Familiarity with Meditech and CPN software preferred.
Ability to learn software and computerized systems; electronic healthcare record (EHR) and other advanced technologies to enhance work performance and efficiencies.
Education: Associates Degree from an accredited school of Respiratory Care or equivalent.
Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).
Licensure: Currently licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) in Maryland.
Maintains continuing education for license maintenance.
Certifications: Current American Heart Association Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
New graduates accepted.

Responsibilities

Airway/ventilator management
Blood gas draw and analysis
Medication delivery
Oxygen Delivery

Benefits

Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package.
Health, Dental and Vision insurance are offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week and we offer multiple plans to best meet your and your family's needs.
Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement and Long-Term Disability are employer paid for eligible employees.
Frederick Health offers a robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees.
Our 403B retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and includes an employer match to eligible employees.
All employees have access to free financial planning sessions.
We also offer an educational assistance program to support your education goals as well as an employer paid Employee Assistance Program.

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