Certified Respiratory Therapist
2 weeks ago
MedStar Health is seeking a dedicated Certified Respiratory Therapist to become a vital part of our healthcare team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering exceptional patient care by utilizing their extensive knowledge in respiratory therapy.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Certified Respiratory Therapist, you will:
- Evaluate the physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients while documenting findings accurately.
- Administer all respiratory therapy treatments and services, ensuring the effective operation and management of necessary equipment.
- Provide services including oxygen therapy, ventilator management (both invasive and non-invasive), bronchial hygiene, lung expansion techniques, spirometry testing, EKG monitoring, and blood gas analysis.
- Employ therapeutic communication and problem-solving skills during patient interactions.
- Participate in cardiopulmonary resuscitation efforts, maintaining airways and providing ventilation support as needed.
- Enhance workflow efficiency by monitoring interdepartmental processes and recommending improvements.
- Review electronic medical records and physician orders throughout your shift.
Qualifications:
To be considered for this role, candidates must possess:
- An Associate's degree from an AMA accredited respiratory care program.
- Certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from an accredited institution.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification within one year of hire.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within one year of hire.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within one year of hire.
- Registry eligibility; prior acute care experience is preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a related healthcare field.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Become part of a leading healthcare organization recognized for its commitment to quality and excellence in patient care.
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