Respiratory Care Practitioner II Registered- Part Time
Located in Largo in the heart of Prince George’s County, our new state-of-the-art regional medical center (University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center) will provide improved access to primary and ambulatory care services and serve as a tertiary care center for critically ill patients. In addition, our new space will allow us to expand our offerings as a community partner to help improve the health status of Prince George’s County residents.
About the role
Respiratory Therapists are health care professionals who administer respiratory care by prescription of the physician. Their responsibilities include the diagnostic evaluation (not limited to: obtaining and analyzing physiological specimens, interpreting physiologic data, performing tests and studies of the cardiopulmonary system, and performing neuropsychological studies), management, education, rehabilitation, and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. The practice includes the application of technology and the use of treatment protocols across all care sites, including but not limited to:
- Application and monitoring of medical gases (excluding anesthetic gases) and environmental control systems
- Mechanical ventilatory support
- Artificial airway care
- Bronchopulmonary hygiene
- Pharmacological agents related to respiratory care procedures
- Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation
- Hemodynamic cardiovascular support
Requirements
- Associate's Degree or Legacy Approved Certificate Program
- Working toward an advanced respiratory-related credential
- One year of experience as an RRT
- Current Maryland license in good standing as a Respiratory Therapist
- Registration by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
- Registration as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) within six months of employment
- Certification in Pre-Transport/Post-resuscitation Stabilization Care of Sick Infants Guidelines for Neonatal Healthcare Providers (STABLE) is required for staff who care for neonates
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, and dental coverage, plus prescription drug coverage
- Paid annual leave accrual
- Dependent care reimbursement
- Short/long term disability coverage
- Employee assistance program
- Educational assistance and tuition reimbursement for continuing education and career advancement
Pay
Pay Range: $34.14–$52.64 per hour