Rutland Regional Medical Center
Respiratory Therapist Hosp II
Rutland Regional Medical Center, Rutland, Vermont, United States,
Provides respiratory care to patients in varying states of health and illness by assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the respiratory plan of care.
The Respiratory Therapist functions as an essential member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, providing direct patient care, instruction and preparation for continuing care after discharge.
Minimum EducationGraduate of an Associate Degree Level CoARC accredited educational program for Respiratory Therapy.Minimum Work Experience6 months RRMC Respiratory Therapist experience.Required Licenses/CertificationsCertification by the National Board for Respiratory Care.Current VT State license.BLS Certification through American Heart Association.Certification in ACLS, PALS and NRP must be obtained within 60 days of hire.Registration as a Respiratory Therapist (does not apply to therapists hired prior to 12/31/03).Completion of Cardiac Dysrhythmia course (Stress Testing Therapist)Completion of STABLERequired Skills, Knowledge and AbilitiesBasic EKG interpretation skills preferred.Knowledge of respiratory care assessment and mechanical ventilation management.Ability to administer surfactants to newborns.Working knowledge of respiratory equipment and the use of Heliox.Completion of clinical competency for endotracheal intubation and other required competencies.Basic Microsoft Windows desktop application and navigation skills.Able to be on-call and work off-shifts (nights, weekend and holidays) and potentially cover shifts on short notice.Ability to perform cardiac stress test (day shift requirement).Ability to provide expert level of direct clinical care.Ability to apply critical thinking to all aspects of patient care.Conflict resolution skills.Able to lead shifts in absence of leadership.Pay Range: $27.05 - $39.98; Hiring Bonus Agreement $10,000.00COMPETITIVE DIFFERENTIALS RATES$4.25 - Evenings$8.00 - Nights$4.75 - Weekends#PM24
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The Respiratory Therapist functions as an essential member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, providing direct patient care, instruction and preparation for continuing care after discharge.
Minimum EducationGraduate of an Associate Degree Level CoARC accredited educational program for Respiratory Therapy.Minimum Work Experience6 months RRMC Respiratory Therapist experience.Required Licenses/CertificationsCertification by the National Board for Respiratory Care.Current VT State license.BLS Certification through American Heart Association.Certification in ACLS, PALS and NRP must be obtained within 60 days of hire.Registration as a Respiratory Therapist (does not apply to therapists hired prior to 12/31/03).Completion of Cardiac Dysrhythmia course (Stress Testing Therapist)Completion of STABLERequired Skills, Knowledge and AbilitiesBasic EKG interpretation skills preferred.Knowledge of respiratory care assessment and mechanical ventilation management.Ability to administer surfactants to newborns.Working knowledge of respiratory equipment and the use of Heliox.Completion of clinical competency for endotracheal intubation and other required competencies.Basic Microsoft Windows desktop application and navigation skills.Able to be on-call and work off-shifts (nights, weekend and holidays) and potentially cover shifts on short notice.Ability to perform cardiac stress test (day shift requirement).Ability to provide expert level of direct clinical care.Ability to apply critical thinking to all aspects of patient care.Conflict resolution skills.Able to lead shifts in absence of leadership.Pay Range: $27.05 - $39.98; Hiring Bonus Agreement $10,000.00COMPETITIVE DIFFERENTIALS RATES$4.25 - Evenings$8.00 - Nights$4.75 - Weekends#PM24
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