Respiratory Therapist Neonatal Transport - West Penn NICU, Full Time, Sign on Bonus Eligible

Highmark Health • Pittsburgh, PA

96d • Onsite

About The Position

Renders professional respiratory care services in the treatment and care of patients within the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit of the hospital.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved respiratory therapy program.
• Pennsylvania state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist or Temporary Practice Permit (TPP).
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) National Board of Respiratory Care required prior to the expiration of the Temporary Practice Permit (TPP).
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) National Board of Respiratory Care required within 12 months of hire or transfer.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) American Heart Association within 12 months of hire or transfer.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification (NRP) – American Heart Association within 12 months of hire or transfer.
• CPR – American Heart Association.
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.

Nice To Haves

• Registered with the National Board of Respiratory Care RRT.
• Two years’ experience in pulmonary/respiratory medicine in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical respiratory care in NICU, Delivery Room and transport setting. (40%)
• Performs ongoing respiratory assessments and reassessments and plan of care development. (30%)
• Demonstrates effective leadership skills. (15%)
• Participate in department projects, teamwork and continuing education. (15%)

Benefits

• Sign on Bonus Eligible

What This Job Offers

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