Respiratory Therapist

2 weeks ago

Kingsport, United States RESPIRATORY THERAPY Full time
Respiratory Therapist (PRN) Wexford House - Kingsport, TN

Job ID: 0044SO

WEXFORD HOUSE

Respiratory - RESPIRATORY THERAPY

PRN, As needed (No Schedule) - Rotating

Job Description

Become a part of the Ballad Health story.
Together, we are transforming our region. We're making communities healthier. We're expanding access to critical services in rural areas. We're investing in health research and medical education. And we need you Ballad Health is seeking compassionate individuals who are excited about making a difference and caring for those in need.
Our Team Members in benefits eligible positions enjoy a comprehensive compensation package, a competitive salary with outstanding benefits. There are also many opportunities for personal and professional growth. Your benefits package with Ballad Health will include:
  • Medical Plan
  • Dental Plan
  • Vision Plan
  • Retirement Plan with Employer Matching Contribution
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Major Medical Leave
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability Plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
    SCOPE OF POSITION
    The Registered Respiratory Therapist provides general, acute/intensive, and emergency respiratory care to patients ranging from neonatal,infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric. This care includes routine cardiopulmonary diagnostics, cardiopulmonary emergency resuscitation, airway management, ventilator support, blood gas lab analysis, phlebotomy, electrocardiograms and basic pulmonary function testing. The Therapist will demonstrate a team/multidisciplinary approach to patient care and related services adhering to all regulatory requirements under the direction of a Medical Director. This approach provides appropriate patient care to assess, treat, support and diagnose patients with cardiopulmonary disorders and documentation of this care, in accordance with policy and procedures.
    The Registered Respiratory Therapist working in Sleep Medicine will perform specialized procedure such as, but not limited to, polysomnograms, MSLTs and titrations of either CPAP or BIPAP which are utilized in providing diagnostic information regarding the patients neurological and/or pulmonary function during sleep. They will be able to perform evaluation and treatment to patients ranging from neonatal, infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
    REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
    See Table of Organization.
    EDUCATION EXPERIENCE
    Graduate of an AMA approved program for Respiratory Care and successful completion of the NRBC Exam for Registered Respiratory Therapist required.
  • Valid and active RRT licensure with blood gas endorsement
  • CPR and ACLS required
  • PALS and NRP preferred dependent upon area assigned
    Sleep Medicine RRT requirements:
  • Valid and active RRT licensure in appropriate state
  • Obtain Sleep Disorder Specialty (SDS) endorsement or obtain registry status through BRPT or ABSM within 12 months of hire
  • AHA BLS required

Requirements
No additional requirements from any stated in the above description.

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