Respiratory Therapist

We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our team at Highmark Health. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will be responsible for providing assessment, treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with respiratory disorders under licensed medical direction.

• Administer therapeutic respiratory care procedures according to hospital and department policies.
• Complete documentation required to measure, monitor, and ensure department effectiveness, including charting, billing, IPOC, patient/family education.
• Perform diagnostic respiratory procedures according to hospital and department policies.
• Provide instruction to patients and other members of the healthcare team as needed.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A minimum of an Associate's Degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, or six months to one year related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Graduation from an approved respiratory therapy program.
• Pennsylvania state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, CRT, or TPP.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) required prior to the expiration of the TPP.
• CPR – American Heart Association.
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.

We also prefer candidates with:

• Registered with the National Board of Respiratory Care RRT, or Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT).
• 1 year experience in a hospital setting.

The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.