Registered Respiratory Therapist I

• Performs all aspects of direct respiratory care according to physician's orders and/or approved protocols
• Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy and makes appropriate recommendations
• Provides appropriate ventilator support and maintains and monitors other cardiopulmonary life support equipment
• Maintains and properly utilizes respiratory care equipment
• Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation
• Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each
• Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy
• Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators and is aware of the critical care duties and effects of such therapy
• Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs
• Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies
• Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team
• Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting
• Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values, and the importance and treatment of abnormal results
• Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible
• Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department
• Follows departmental safety guidelines
• Completes all regulatory requirements
• Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures

• Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care
• Associate's RRT or RRT Equivalent required
• Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care
• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of North Carolina
• BLS required per policy guidelines
• Advanced certifications per facility policy/standards
• For free-standing Emergency Department and Virtual Critical Care, 2 years critical care experience required

Bachelor's degree preferred

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Sign-on bonus eligible