Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) - FT Nights | Covington LTACH

PAM Health Specialty and Rehabilitation Hospital of Covington•Covington, LA

About The Position

PAM Health is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) to care for a diverse patient population in its hospitals. The role involves routine therapy, diagnostic and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures for chronically and critically ill patients requiring extended hospital care. The practitioner maintains equipment in working order and provides phlebotomy and basic laboratory testing as required or requested. Other related duties may be assigned. The ideal candidate has prior inpatient hospital experience or a desire and commitment to learn. State certification or licensure to practice respiratory care and current BLS and ACLS certifications are required. The position is full-time and designated as nights in the job title.

Requirements

Must be certified or licensed in the state where the hospital resides to practice respiratory care.
Must possess and maintain current BLS and ACLS certification.
Blood gas licensure is required if employed in the state of Nevada.
For hospitals that perform arterial punctures and/or run blood gases, at least a high school diploma is required.

Nice To Haves

Prior inpatient hospital experience or a desire and commitment to learn.
A minimum of one year of clinical respiratory experience is preferred.
An associate degree is preferred for hospitals that perform arterial punctures and/or run blood gases.

Responsibilities

Perform routine therapy, diagnostic, and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures for patients in PAM Health hospitals.
Maintain all equipment in working order.
Provide phlebotomy and basic laboratory testing for the patient population as required or requested.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

Medical benefits with EPO, HDHP, and HSA options, including prescription coverage, Rx ’n Go, and Teladoc.
Dental and vision benefits.
Employee Assistance Program, including counseling, legal, and financial services.
Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
Life and disability insurance benefits.
Education and in-service opportunities, including continuing education and tuition assistance.
Supplemental accident, critical illness, cancer, pet, and identity theft protection insurance options.
Auto, home, cell phone, and gym membership discounts.
Personal travel discounts.
401(k) plans with a discretionary employer match.
Generous paid benefit time.
Opportunities for professional growth through the Education Advancement Program.