Respiratory Therapist-Night Shift(Sign-On Bonus Eligible)

WVU Medicine

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides evaluation and care for respiratory therapy patients and administers prescribed respiratory therapeutic services. The role performs basic and advanced therapeutic and diagnostic procedures for neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients as ordered by a physician. It also involves managing respiratory care equipment and mechanical ventilation, collaborating with the healthcare team, supporting patient and caregiver education, and participating in quality and performance improvement activities. The position is scheduled for 36 hours per week on the night shift at Princeton Community Hospital in Princeton, West Virginia. The Respiratory Clinical Ladder offers levels of clinical advancement based on experience, education, certifications, and demonstrated contributions. The position is non-exempt.

Requirements

Hold a respiratory therapist license applicable to the state where services are performed. For West Virginia, this is Licensed Respiratory Therapist Certified (LRTC) or Licensed Respiratory Therapist Registered (LRTR) through the West Virginia Board of Respiratory Care.
Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
Complete department-established certifications or requirements as applicable: ACLS, PALS, NRP, STABLE, and Point of Care Technician through the West Virginia Department of Health & Human Resources.
Have good interpersonal communication skills when interacting with the public, patients, staff, and physicians.
Demonstrate multitasking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Be able to stand or walk for extended periods.
Be able to lift, push, and/or pull 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Registered Respiratory Therapist credential.
Two years of respiratory therapist experience.

Responsibilities

Perform basic and advanced therapeutic procedures for neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients by physician order.
Assemble, check, troubleshoot malfunctions, and perform quality controls on Respiratory Care equipment.
Initiate, maintain, and discontinue mechanical ventilation for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients.
Communicate effectively with other healthcare team members regarding patient care.
Assist with patient and family/caregiver education alongside other healthcare team members.
Participate in departmental quality assurance and hospital-wide performance improvement activities.
Perform basic and advanced diagnostic procedures for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients by physician order.
Maintain clinical and professional competency according to established standards of practice.
Demonstrate proficiency in all relevant departmental competencies.