Registered Respiratory Therapist WP SE

The Registered Respiratory Therapist will work in the Respiratory Therapy Services department at Carolinas Medical Center - Southpark, conducting therapeutic procedures, administering oxygen, and monitoring mechanical ventilators. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of respiratory care and be able to work independently in all patient care areas.

Requirements

• Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Currently licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner/Licensed Respiratory Therapist in the State in which they work
• Basic Life Support for healthcare providers thru the American Heart Association required
• Advanced certification per facility/department
• Graduate of an approved school of Respiratory Therapy required
• Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy required (or equivalent experience may be considered)
• 2 years critical care experience required or a bachelor’s or higher in Respiratory Therapy with 1-year critical care experience
• Effective problem solving, decision making, and delegation skills
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served
• Ability to lift 20-50 pounds
• Ability to move patients of all age groups
• Adequate hearing and eyesight are necessary

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program