Respiratory Therapist

MDAEdge · Beckley, WV · 1 mo ago

On-siteHealthcareFull-time

Job Summary

Under medical supervision, may be required to deliver respiratory care services to patients in all areas of the hospital. Adapts to the particular area of duty assignment and performs special duties required by the assignment. May be required to supervise and be responsible for the work of other respiratory care practitioners. May be assigned orientation and in-service education responsibilities. Carries out assigned duties and responsibilities according to policies and procedures approved by the Medical Director for Cardiopulmonary Services with only minimal or indirect supervision and frequently makes independent decisions.

Benefits

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision)
401K
Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package
Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
Professional development opportunities and CE assistance

Minimum Education

Graduate of a Program in Discipline - Required
Minimum of an Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Care.

Required Skills

Critical thinking skills
Decisive judgment
Able to work in a stressful environment

Required Certifications

Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP)

Licenses

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care, Inc.; and licensed by the State of West Virginia.

Minimum Work Experience

Possess advanced knowledge of cardiopulmonary physiology and other sciences related to respiratory care and be able to demonstrate these to others. Demonstrated ability to use tact and judgment when dealing with physicians, nurses, other hospital employees, patients and patients' families. Demonstrated verbal ability to explain various procedures being performed to patients and patients' families.

Must-Haves

CRT/RRT credential through NBRC.
Licensed through WVBORC.
Associates in a Respiratory Care program.