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Respiratory Therapist

Geisinger

Wilkes Barre, PA
3 days ago
$60k - $80k

Job Description

Join Geisinger as a Respiratory Therapist, where you'll provide essential respiratory care and collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes. This role offers professional growth opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform and document thorough patient assessments
  • Establish appropriate care plans
  • Manage mechanical ventilators
  • Provide patient and family education
  • Assist in acute airway management
  • Collect arterial blood gas samples
  • Function as a preceptor for orientees and students

Required Qualifications

  • Graduate from Specialty Training Program
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification
  • Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) certification
  • Basic Life Support Certification
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in critical care settings
  • Familiarity with fiberoptic bronchoscopy procedures

Benefits & Perks

Full benefits (health, dental, vision) starting on day one401(k) plan with automatic contributionsGenerous paid time off (PTO)Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per yearEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Wellness program with financial incentives