Building Location:
Essentia Virginia Hospital
Department:
12760 Respiratory Care Service
Job Description:
Provides respiratory care through patient assessment, planning, intervention, education and evaluation. Performs all general and critical care respiratory care procedures and diagnostics on patients ages infant through adult. These duties include but are not limited to; mechanical ventilation, airway management, critical care transport, arterial blood gas puncture, medication delivery, bronchial hygiene, patient assessments and education.
Education Qualifications:
*$15,000 Sign on Bonus*
Required Qualifications:
Graduate from an accredited respiratory care/therapy program
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
Must hold and maintain certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or a Certified Respiratory Therapist, or equivalent
Must hold state licensure in appropriate state of practice upon hire or have applied and are waiting for state licensure in appropriate state of practice to award licensure not to exceed 30 days from date of hire
Basic Cardia Life Support (BCLS) certification within 1 month of hire
Our Benefits are exceptional and Include:
- Generous Paid Personal Leave: Ensuring you have time to refresh and recharge.
- 401(k) Savings Plan: Contribute to your future, with an annual matching contribution from Essentia Health.
- Insurance Protection: Multiple options for life and disability coverage to keep you and your family safeguarded.
- Invest in Your Education: Our tuition reimbursement program is designed to fuel your professional growth.
- Supporting Families: Experience seamless adoption processes with our adoption assistance program.
- Thrive with Our Wellness Program: Prioritizing your well-being in all aspects of life.
- Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO): Because work-life balance matters.
- Celebrate More: Enjoy extra time off during paid holidays and only occasional weekends worked.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Choose from a variety of plans, including PPO and High Deductible healthcare options, complemented by dental insurance.
Apply now and embark on a rewarding journey with us!
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FTE:
0.9
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:
Shift Rotation:
Day/Night Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time:
varies
Shift End Time:
varies
Weekends:
Rotating
Holidays:
Yes
Call Obligation:
No
Union:
Assoc Of Diagnostic Imaging Techs (ADIT)
Union Posting Deadline:
09/24/2024 11pm
Respiratory Therapist - RT at Essentia Health summary:
As a Respiratory Therapist at Essentia Virginia Hospital, I provide vital respiratory care across a diverse patient demographic, from infants to adults. My responsibilities encompass patient assessment, intervention, education, and the execution of both general and critical care respiratory procedures. I strive to enhance patient outcomes through effective airway management, mechanical ventilation, and thorough education on respiratory health.
Keywords:
Respiratory Therapist, Patient Assessment, Mechanical Ventilation, Airway Management, Respiratory Care, Education, Healthcare, Critical Care, Bronchial Hygiene, BCLS Certification
