Respiratory Therapist
2 weeks ago
About WakeMed
Our Mission
At WakeMed, our mission is to provide exceptional patient care and improve the health and well-being of our community. We are committed to delivering outstanding and compassionate care, and we are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our team.
Job Summary
The Respiratory Therapist provides critical care services to patients of all ages, including invasive and non-invasive ventilator management, airway management, aerosol medication administration, and chest physical therapy. This role requires a high level of expertise and attention to detail, as well as excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide respiratory care services to patients of all ages, including invasive and non-invasive ventilator management
- Manage airways and administer aerosol medications as needed
- Perform chest physical therapy and routine oxygen therapy
- Acquire and analyze blood gas samples
- Conduct pulmonary function testing and electrocardiogram acquisition and management
- Participate in code blue and rapid response situations
- Support neonatal resuscitation efforts at high-risk infant deliveries
- Transport ventilator patients and provide respiratory-focused patient teaching
Requirements
- 1 year of clinical experience in respiratory therapy
- Associate's degree in respiratory therapy
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification
- NC Respiratory Care Practitioner certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
Work Schedule
This role requires a 7P-7A work schedule, with every third weekend rotation. Call requirements are also a part of this position.
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