Respiratory Therapist (RCP) - FT Nights | Heritage Valley Specialty

PAM Health•Beaver, PA

About The Position

PAM Health is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) to provide care to a diverse patient population at its specialty hospitals. The role serves chronically and critically ill patients who require extended hospital care. Candidates should have prior inpatient hospital experience or a desire and commitment to learn. The RCP performs routine therapy, diagnostic, and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures and maintains equipment in working order. The practitioner also provides phlebotomy and basic laboratory testing as required or requested, and performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must be certified or licensed in the state where the hospital is located to practice respiratory care.
Must possess and maintain current BLS and ACLS certifications.
Blood gas licensure is required if employed in Nevada.
For hospitals that perform arterial punctures and/or run blood gases, at least a high school diploma is required.

Nice To Haves

Prior inpatient hospital experience or a desire and commitment to learn.
A minimum of one year of clinical respiratory experience is preferred.
An associate degree is preferred for hospitals that perform arterial punctures and/or run blood gases.

Responsibilities

Perform routine respiratory therapy procedures for patients.
Perform diagnostic and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures.
Maintain respiratory care equipment in working order.
Provide phlebotomy and basic laboratory testing as required or requested.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

Medical benefits, including EPO/HDHP/HSA options, prescription coverage, Rx ’n Go, and Teladoc
Dental and vision benefits
Employee Assistance Program with counseling, legal, and financial services
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Life and disability insurance
Continuing education and tuition assistance
Supplemental accident, critical illness, cancer, pet, and identity theft protection insurance options
Auto, home, cell phone, and gym membership discounts
Personal travel discounts
401(k) plan with discretionary employer match
Generous paid benefit time
Education Advancement Program and opportunities for professional growth