Respiratory Therapist, Registered RRT

About the role

Raleigh General Hospital is seeking a Registered Therapist, Registered RRT to join our team. This position offers a $20,000 sign-on bonus.

Responsibilities

• Makes measures of lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
• Delivers and assesses responses to ordered therapy according to the plan of care.
• Maintains monitoring and communication of patient condition as needed.
• Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.
• Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance.
• Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.
• Provides education to the patient and family about the patient's illness and offers information about community support groups and other resources.
• Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.
• Performs disassembly, cleaning, and sterilization of equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.
• Examines patients with breathing-related conditions and conducts diagnostic testing.
• Consults with physicians to develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient.
• Performs physiotherapy and other treatments and teaches patients to use medications.

Requirements

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• High School Diploma/GE or Associate Degree in Science required.
• Current Respiratory Therapist Licensure to practice in the state of Kentucky; Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire date.
• Three or more years of previous experience in all aspects of cardiopulmonary services preferred.

Qualifications

High School Diploma/GE or Associate Degree in Science required.

Skills

• Critical thinking skills
• Decisive judgment
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work in a stressful environment
• Ability to work with minimal supervision

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage, financial protection and PTO, higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, 401(k) retirement package and company match, employee well-being programs, and ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Pay

$18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Schedule

PRN (As Needed)