Respiratory Therapist / Respiratory Care / PRN

Catawba • Hickory, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Evaluates patients in therapy and advises physicians on appropriate therapy modalities. Provides respiratory care to patients through administration of therapeutic gases and drugs, and by setting up and monitoring ventilators and other devices. Patient population includes neo-nates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.

Requirements

• Graduate of a CoARC approved Respiratory Care Program.
• Must have a current NC Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• CRT required.
• BCLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• ACLS, PALS, NRP certified within three months of employment.
• No previous experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Employees returning from leave must take recertification’s at next available date.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients in therapy and advises physicians on appropriate therapy modalities.
• Provides respiratory care to patients through administration of therapeutic gases and drugs, and by setting up and monitoring ventilators and other devices.
• Works independently in at least three of the following areas: ED, Floor Therapy, CCU, NICU, Diagnostics.
• Collaborates with students during clinical rotation.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree