Respiratory Therapist Internal Temp., High Point Medical Center
About The Position
Temporary, non-benefited Respiratory Therapist positions supporting our Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist in High Point, NC! Details include: Competitive hourly rates 36 hour weeks 12 week assignments Nights 7p-7a JOB SUMMARY: Provides quality Respiratory Care according to departmental policy for the following patient groups: Neonatal/Pediatric/Adolescent or Adult/Geriatric. Performs approved procedures and monitoring of equipment to promote a positive outcome. Educates the patient, medical house staff and other allied health professionals to assure continuity of care. Assists with clinical instruction and skill building of student and intern Respiratory Care practitioners. Evaluates and implements procedures based on appropriate utilization of current trends in cardio-respiratory technology.
Requirements
- Graduate of an AMA approved two or four-year program for respiratory care or satisfies the requirements as outlined in the admissions policies of the NBRC for registry examinations.
- No experience required for beginning practitioners.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and licensed to practice as a RCP in the state of North Carolina required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
- Peds: PALS and NRP required within 90 days of employment.
- Adult: ACLS required within 90 days of employment.
Responsibilities
- Provides quality Respiratory Care according to departmental policy for the following patient groups: Neonatal/Pediatric/Adolescent or Adult/Geriatric.
- Performs approved procedures and monitoring of equipment to promote a positive outcome.
- Educates the patient, medical house staff and other allied health professionals to assure continuity of care.
- Assists with clinical instruction and skill building of student and intern Respiratory Care practitioners.
- Evaluates and implements procedures based on appropriate utilization of current trends in cardio-respiratory technology.
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
