Join Geisinger's dedicated team as a Respiratory Therapist, where you'll assess and treat patients with respiratory conditions, ensuring optimal care and collaboration with medical teams. Your expertise will directly impact patient outcomes and family education in a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
Assess patients' respiratory care needs
Plan, organize, perform, and evaluate treatment modalities
Perform and document thorough patient assessments
Establish appropriate care plans
Communicate with other members of the patient care team
Perform routine therapeutic modalities including aerosolized medications and oxygen therapy
Manage mechanical ventilators according to established protocol
Provide patient and family education
Assist in intra-hospital transport of patients
Manage acute airway situations
Collect arterial blood gas samples
Function as Shift Coordinator when designated
Assist in fiberoptic bronchoscopy procedures
Required Qualifications
Graduate from Specialty Training Program
Certified Respiratory Therapist - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
Registered Respiratory Therapist - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification within 6 months
Basic Life Support Certification within 6 months
Benefits & Perks
Healthcare benefits from day oneVision and dental coverageCollaborative work environment