Respiratory Therapist, RRT - Full-time - Williamsport

UPMC • Williamsport, PA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Team as a Respiratory Therapist at UPMC Williamsport!
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in patient care? UPMC Williamsport is seeking a dedicated and passionate full-time Respiratory Therapist (0.9 or 1.0 FTE) to join our team. This role involves working rotating shifts, including every other weekend and holiday, ensuring our patients receive exceptional care around the clock.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Co ARC (Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) approved Respiratory program required
• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required
• Basic Life Support or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required.
• Respiratory therapists who receive their RRT credential from the NBRC after July 1, 2002, are required to maintain certification under the NBRC requirements
• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Osteopathic Respiratory Care OR Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Nice To Haves

• All levels of experience are welcome, from new graduates to seasoned professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy services and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies.
• Set up and operate devices such as mechanical ventilators and therapeutic gas administration apparatus.
• Evaluate medical orders, interpret clinical data, and monitor patient responses to optimize treatment.
• Work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees and supervise students during their training.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Generous Benefits Package: health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Sign-On Bonus: Qualified candidates can receive a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000!

What This Job Offers

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