Respiratory Therapist, Registered RRT
About the Role
Sovah Health - Martinsville is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Respiratory Therapist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
Responsibilities
- Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer; may perform bedside PFTs, EKGs, and tobacco-cessation education as ordered.
- Delivers ordered respiratory therapies; monitors, records, and communicates patient condition and response to treatment.
- Responds to codes and emergent calls; assesses patient condition and provides appropriate interventions.
- Evaluates and contributes to respiratory care policies and procedures based on outcomes, research, and best practices.
- Educates patients and families on illness, treatments, device use, and community resources.
Benefits
- Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
- Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Requirements
- Graduate of an approved Respiratory Care Program, with an A.A.S. degree Certification of Graduation or equivalent.
- Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license in state of Virginia.
- BCLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP preferred.
- Critical thinking, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision in stressful environments.
- Ability to quickly learn and navigate multiple clinical software systems.
- Effective English communication (read, write, speak, and understand).
- Ability to successfully complete the Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire.
About the Organization
Sovah Health - Martinsville is a 220-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Martinsville community for over 50 years. The hospital is accredited by American College of Cardiology (ACC) Accreditation Services for Chest Pain Center and Heart Failure, by the American College of Surgeons' Commission on Cancer, and is a proud member of the Duke Heart Network and Duke Telestroke Network.
Pay
Hourly range: $27.97-$36.12 per hour.