Maria Parham Health
Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
Maria Parham Health, Louisburg, North Carolina, United States, 27549
Respiratory Therapist, Emergency Department
Your Experience Matters
Maria Parham Franklin 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.
Schedule Full-time (3 days x 12 hours per shift a week)
How You'll Contribute A Respiratory Therapist who excels in this role 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.
Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
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.
Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.
Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.
Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.
Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.
Calibrates ventilators, disassembles, and cleans tags and bags clean equipment.
Draw ABG's, bubble CPAP for infants, aerosol therapy, MDI therapy, Pulse oximetry, ETCO2 monitoring, oxygen therapy, CPT, BIPAP's, Ventilators (adult, pediatric, infant) EEG's and Pulmonary Function testing.
Uses computer system to enter orders, document therapy, order supplies and charge for therapy administered.
Other tasks and duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For
Applicants should have a minimum of being a graduate of a Respiratory Care Program of Study for an Advanced Practice Level Respiratory Therapist with an Associate's degree in Science or Certification of Graduation from an applicable discipline (these qualifications are required).
Active and valid Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) certification is required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required upon hire.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is required within six (6) months from hire date.
Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) is preferred.
Benefits
Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
Competitive Paid Time Off, PTO cash out, and PTO donation programs
Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
Loan Repayment and Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
Robust employee recognition and awards programs
And much more...
Location Henderson, NC
EEOC Statement Maria Parham Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Maria Parham Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
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Maria Parham Franklin 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.
Schedule Full-time (3 days x 12 hours per shift a week)
How You'll Contribute A Respiratory Therapist who excels in this role 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.
Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
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.
Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.
Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.
Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.
Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.
Calibrates ventilators, disassembles, and cleans tags and bags clean equipment.
Draw ABG's, bubble CPAP for infants, aerosol therapy, MDI therapy, Pulse oximetry, ETCO2 monitoring, oxygen therapy, CPT, BIPAP's, Ventilators (adult, pediatric, infant) EEG's and Pulmonary Function testing.
Uses computer system to enter orders, document therapy, order supplies and charge for therapy administered.
Other tasks and duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For
Applicants should have a minimum of being a graduate of a Respiratory Care Program of Study for an Advanced Practice Level Respiratory Therapist with an Associate's degree in Science or Certification of Graduation from an applicable discipline (these qualifications are required).
Active and valid Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) certification is required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required upon hire.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is required within six (6) months from hire date.
Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) is preferred.
Benefits
Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
Competitive Paid Time Off, PTO cash out, and PTO donation programs
Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
Loan Repayment and Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
Robust employee recognition and awards programs
And much more...
Location Henderson, NC
EEOC Statement Maria Parham Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Maria Parham Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Apply Now
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