Certified Respiratory Care Specialist

2 weeks ago

Hendersonville, North Carolina, United States Asheville Specialty Hospital Full time

Position Overview

Are you seeking to become part of a healthcare team that prioritizes your professional growth as a Certified Respiratory Care Specialist? At Asheville Specialty Hospital, we place great importance on our staff's development. HCA Healthcare has dedicated substantial resources to enhance the well-being of our team members.

Employee Benefits

Asheville Specialty Hospital provides a comprehensive rewards package that promotes the health, lifestyle, career advancement, and retirement planning of our employees. The available benefits include:

  • Extensive medical insurance that covers numerous essential services at minimal or no cost. This includes prescription medication and mental health services, along with complimentary telehealth options and AirMed medical transport.
  • Additional choices for dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health plans (such as accident and critical illness), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal assistance, long-term care coverage, relocation support, pet insurance, and more.
  • Complimentary counseling services and resources aimed at emotional, physical, and financial wellness.
  • 401(k) plan featuring a 100% match on contributions between 3% to 9% of salary, based on tenure.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering a 10% discount on HCA Healthcare stock.
  • Family support services, including fertility and family planning benefits through Progyny and adoption assistance.
  • Referral services for childcare, eldercare, pet care, home and auto repairs, event planning, and more.
  • Consumer discounts available through Abenity and other programs.
  • Retirement planning assistance, rollover services, and preferred banking partnerships.
  • Educational support (tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, certification support, and scholarships for dependents).
  • Colleague recognition initiatives.
  • Time Away From Work Program that includes paid time off, family leave, short- and long-term disability coverage, and various leave options.
  • Employee Health Assistance Fund providing free coverage for eligible full-time and part-time staff based on income.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may differ by location.

Your contributions are vital. Each role significantly impacts our patients' experiences, and you have the chance to make a meaningful difference. We are in search of a committed Certified Respiratory Care Specialist to join our team.

Job Responsibilities and Qualifications

The Certified Respiratory Care Specialist is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality, patient-focused respiratory care in alignment with departmental needs and adhering to the standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. As an essential member of the patient care team, the specialist conducts various diagnostic assessments and therapeutic interventions while monitoring patients who require both invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct and document patient evaluations, including breath sounds, airway integrity, and cuff pressure.
  • Perform diagnostic procedures to assess the necessity for and response to respiratory therapy.
  • Administer respiratory treatments, including oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, and chest physiotherapy.
  • Assist in the placement of artificial airways and manage mechanical ventilation.
  • Monitor patients for therapeutic outcomes and alert healthcare providers in case of adverse reactions.
  • Support the transportation of patients reliant on ventilators.
  • React to emergency situations, ensuring airway security and adequate ventilation during resuscitation efforts.

Qualifications:

  • Required Education: Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care or completion of a Respiratory Care Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC).
  • Preferred Education: Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care or completion of a Respiratory Care Program accredited by CoARC with extensive experience.
  • Required License: Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC); a current North Carolina License issued by the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board (NCRCB); and current Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification.
  • Preferred Licenses: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).

Asheville Specialty Hospital is a licensed long-term acute care facility that employs a distinctive treatment strategy for complex medical conditions, crafting individualized care plans in collaboration with your healthcare provider. We are accredited by the Joint Commission and certified by CMS. Our family-centered approach fosters a compassionate environment that enhances recovery outcomes and incorporates family into the treatment process. Our low staff-to-patient ratio enables us to deliver intensive, specialized treatment and therapeutic care.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized multiple times as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute. In recent years, HCA Healthcare has invested significantly in charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

We are a community of 270,000 dedicated professionals. Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for the Certified Respiratory Care Specialist position. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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