Respiratory Therapist - Maryview Medical Center - PRN

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Portsmouth, VA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Respiratory Therapist Maryview Medical Center in Portsmouth, Virginia PRN, as needed (Schedule includes two 12 hour shift on weekdays every six weeks, and one 12 hour shift on a weekend day every six weeks, including one holiday per year. Hours are 6:30PM to 7AM) Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position The Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for providing respiratory care through patient assessment, planning, intervention, education, and evaluation. Performs all respiratory care procedures within scope of license. Monitors the patient's response to therapies and makes recommendations to change or modify based on the assessment. Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer. As a Bon Secours associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. What we offer Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, shot- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. Department: Respiratory Therapy - Maryview It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] .

Requirements

• Current Respiratory Care License in the state they are working (required)
• National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentialed (required)
• BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (required)
• Valid driver’s license (required for Home Care/DME)

Nice To Haves

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (preferred)
• ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross (preferred)
• PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association (preferred)
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field (preferred)
• Previous working experience in an ambulatory or acute care setting (preferred)
• 6 months Respiratory Therapy experience in a general care area (preferred)
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)

Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team, conducts initial and ongoing patient assessment, analyzes assessment data, creates a plan of care, implements treatment, and evaluates treatment effectiveness.
• Performs treatments and therapies according to physician orders.
• Explains therapy and therapeutic goals to patient; modifies treatment procedures based on patient response.
• Sets up and maintains different modes of therapy.
• Determines appropriateness of prescribed therapy and recommends methods to physician to achieve therapeutic goals.
• Maintains proper documentation, patient medical charting and recordkeeping.
• Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Provides patient education on cardiopulmonary diseases/disorders and associated treatment options.
• Instructs patient and patient’s caregiver(s) in incentive spirometer, metered dose inhaler (MDI) administration, oxygen therapy, home aerosol therapy, or ventilator care, if applicable.
• Sets up and maintains respiratory therapy equipment and supplies.
• May serve as a preceptor to new team members and/or students.
• Responds to cardio-pulmonary resuscitations and actively participates as indicated by clinical circumstances.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, shot- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees