Respiratory Therapist - Jefferson Hospital / Night Shift
Highmark Health
Jefferson, PA, US
Administers therapeutic respiratory care procedures
Performs diagnostic respiratory procedures
Completes required documentation and charting
The role provides comprehensive assessment, treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with respiratory disorders under licensed medical direction
Job Summary
The role provides comprehensive assessment, treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with respiratory disorders under licensed medical direction.
Employees are responsible for administering therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory care procedures while maintaining strict adherence to hospital policies.
The position requires completing essential documentation including charting, billing, and patient/family education to ensure department effectiveness.
Matching Summary
The role provides comprehensive assessment, treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with respiratory disorders under licensed medical direction.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Administers therapeutic respiratory care procedures
Performs diagnostic respiratory procedures
Completes required documentation and charting
Nice-to-have
Two years hospital pulmonary experience
Patient and family education skills
Instruction to healthcare team members
Key Requirements
Graduate of an approved respiratory therapy program
Pennsylvania state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from NBRC
Current CPR certification from American Heart Association