Respiratory Therapist (Nights) $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS - LifePoint Health : Job Details

$10,000SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE for qualified applicants

Respiratory Therapist,CardiopulmonaryDepartment Job Type:Full-time,NightShift

Examines patients with breathing-related conditions and conducts diagnostic testing. Consults with physicians to develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient. Performs physiotherapy andother treatments and teaches patients to use medications.

Core competencies include, but are not limited to the following:

• Measures lungcapacityand analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
• Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition asappropriate.
• Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.
• Responds to codes and calls foremergentassistance. Assesses patient condition and deliversappropriate treatment.
• Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.
• Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.
• Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.
• Operates electrophysiology/cardiac stress test equipment to perform clinical diagnostic electrophysiologic/cardiac stress test exams and routine invasive procedures according to established standards and practices.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive Pay
• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) forfull-time/part-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• 401(k) plan with company matchfor full-time/part-time employees
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistancefor qualified applicants

Minimum EducationAssociate's degree in discipline or equivalent, or completion of a Respiratory Therapy Certification Program is required

Required LicensesCurrent Respiratory Therapist License in State of Tennessee is requiredMust be ABG Endorsed is required

*Certifications:*The below certifications will be required at the time of hire:Basic Life Support (BLS)

The below certifications will be required within 6 months of hire or when transferring into a new department with these certifications:Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP)

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Organization: *Starr Regional Medical Center

Title: Respiratory Therapist (Nights) $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS

Location: Tennessee-Athens

Requisition ID: 7412-7279