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Respiratory Therapist

Geisinger

Wilkes Barre, PA
2 days ago
Up to $40/hour

Job Description

Join Geisinger as a part-time Respiratory Therapist, where you'll assess and treat patients with respiratory conditions, collaborate with medical teams, and ensure optimal patient care. Your expertise will directly impact patient outcomes and enhance their quality of life.

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 oxygen therapy
  • Manage mechanical ventilators according to established protocol
  • Provide patient and family education
  • Assist in intra-hospital transport of patients
  • Perform acute airway management in emergencies
  • Collect arterial blood gas samples
  • Function as the Shift Coordinator when designated
  • Assist with fiberoptic bronchoscopy procedures

Required Qualifications

  • Graduate from Specialty Training Program
  • Certified Respiratory Therapist (NBRC)
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (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 one for full-time and part-time positionsVision and dental coverageCollaborative work environment