Respiratory Therapist, Emergency Department
About The Position
Evaluates, treats and manages patients of all ages with respiratory illnesses and other cardiopulmonary disorders in a wide variety of clinical settings. Performs all respiratory care procedures in addition to patient assessments, treatment efficacy, planning and patient education. Documents in the electronic medical record factual, accurate, complete, timely, and legal information about the care they provide to each patient.Adult) Basic Life Support Required. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Required.(Neonatal/Peds) Basic Life Support Required. Pediatric Advanced Life Support Required. Neonatal Resuscitation Program Required. Department Description Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org. EOE
Requirements
- Adult) Basic Life Support Required
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Required
- (Neonatal/Peds) Basic Life Support Required
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Required
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Required
- Registered Respiratory Therapist Required
- NC Respiratory Care Practitioner Required
- Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy Required
- 3 Years Clinical - Respiratory Therapy Required
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree Respiratory Therapy Preferred
Responsibilities
- Evaluates, treats and manages patients of all ages with respiratory illnesses and other cardiopulmonary disorders
- Performs all respiratory care procedures
- Patient assessments
- Treatment efficacy
- Planning
- Patient education
- Documents in the electronic medical record factual, accurate, complete, timely, and legal information about the care they provide to each patient
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
