Respiratory Therapist
2 months ago
Edenton, United States
Vidant Health
Full time
Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our team at Vidant Health. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will be responsible for providing safe, expedient, and cost-effective respiratory care services to patients of all ages with respiratory illnesses and other cardiopulmonary disorders.
Key Responsibilities- Evaluate and treat patients with respiratory illnesses and other cardiopulmonary disorders in a wide variety of clinical settings.
- Develop and implement respiratory care plans, including patient assessment, treatment selection, and reassessment of treatment efficacy.
- Provide education to patients and families on respiratory care and disease management.
- Document patient care and treatment in the medical record.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
- American Heart Association BLS Certification.
- Associate Degree or higher in an approved CoARC program for Respiratory Care.
- Active licensure with the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board upon hire and is maintained yearly.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Registry Eligible with RRT credential obtained within 1 year of graduation.
- Experience in respiratory care.
Vidant Health is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you are a motivated and compassionate individual who is passionate about providing high-quality patient care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.