Respiratory Therapist CRT/RRT

UPMC • Altoona, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The final candidate will be hired into the correct title and pay per qualifications. This is a full-time position with day shifts, consisting of three 12-hour shifts from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and includes every other weekend and holiday rotation. The role is part of the AFSCME union. We are excited to offer sign-on bonuses for qualified Respiratory Therapists who join our team: $15,000 for therapists with 0-1 year of experience with a 2-year full-time commitment, and $20,000 for therapists with 1+ years of experience with a 2-year full-time commitment. Additionally, there is a limited-time incentive to earn an additional $10,000 upon completion of your third year of employment.

Requirements

• In accordance with Act 60, State Board of Medicine, and State Board of Osteopathic Medicine, must provide the Hospital with a copy of his/her current temporary practice permit or current certificate to practice in the Commonwealth as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Must be a graduate of an AMA accredited school for respiratory therapy and successfully completed the NBRC Certification Exam.
• None (Experience Required).
• Works under the general supervision of the Advanced Respiratory Therapist/Clinical Coordinator and Administrative Director of Respiratory Care.
• Performs regular functions without direct supervision.
• Consults the Advanced Respiratory Therapist/Clinical Coordinator, Administrative Director, and Medical Director as required.
• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
• Must complete Neonatal Resuscitation Program within one year of Hire Date or transfer.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• Osteopathic Respiratory Care OR Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP)
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire (for RRT).
• Must complete Neonatal Resuscitation Program within one year of Hire Date (for RRT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) (for RRT).
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) (for RRT).
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP) (for RRT).
• Act 33 with renewal (for RRT).
• Act 34 with renewal (for RRT).
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal (for RRT).

Responsibilities

• Administers medical gases utilizing equipment such as cannula, tent, croupette, mask, aerosol mask, HFNC and trach collar.
• Administers IPPV, IPPB, aerosol, nebulizer, and incentive spirometry treatments (all drugs except incentive spirometry).
• Administers aerosols for the purpose of sputum induction.
• Initiates and maintains mechanical pulmonary ventilation equipment in the ED, Nursery and ICU settings.
• Performs arterial puncture using both the radial and brachial arteries (may use femoral artery with a doctor's order).
• Performs capillary punctures on newborn infants and small children using either heel or finger sticks.
• Responsible for operating, maintenance, calibration, and performance of blood gas analyzers.
• Administers bedside pulmonary function tests.
• Maintains an adequate level of laboratory supplies for the Blood Gas laboratory.
• Prepares and maintains required reports and patient records.
• Keeps up to date with current trends and developments.
• Maintains working knowledge of Department procedure manuals.
• Participates in inservice programs to improve respiratory practice.
• Complies with established occupational exposure policies.
• Performs work rotating shifts as need arises.
• Assists with planning, coordination, and supervision of the activities of the technical staff during the shift.
• Consults with Certified Respiratory Therapists (CRT) and Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT) regarding proper use of equipment, management of difficult patients, etc.
• Assists in the evaluation of equipment the Department is considering to purchase.
• Takes an active role in inservice education of the staff and orientation of new Department employees.
• Assists in the quality assurance program within the Department.
• Demonstrates knowledge and ability to adapt to clinical treatment and instructional aspects of care to all stages of the life cycle and to various states of health and disease.
• Efficiently employs available equipment and supplies giving due care to their use and maintenance.
• Available for staff adjustments to help assure sufficient number of qualified staff are available to meet patient needs and respond to unusual occurrences and/or increased patient acuity.
• Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonuses for qualified Respiratory Therapists ($15,000 for 0-1 year experience, $20,000 for 1+ years experience, both with a 2-year full-time commitment).
• Limited-time incentive of an additional $10,000 upon completion of the third year of employment.

What This Job Offers

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