General Summary of Position

Job Summary:

MedStar Health is looking for a Respiratory Care Practitioner to  join our team  at Southern Maryland Hospital Center !  The ideal candidate will be  a certified respiratory therapist who w ill  pro vi de our patients with extraordinary patient care by  demonstrating  strong knowledge in the field.  Respiratory care is ordered by  physicians  according to established  standards,   practice s ,  and protocols.

As a Respiratory Care Practitioner, you will  possess   w orking knowledge of human respiratory anatomy, physiology, and  pathology  related to respiratory care. Knowledge of the operation of respiratory care equipment and its application in a clinical setting. The ability to assess hazardous conditions related to respiratory care and take corrective action. The ability to work with patients of all ages (neonatal to geriatrics). The ability to  remain  calm and function under stressful conditions. Must work well as a team member; must be articulate and communicate well with all  kinds  of peopl e . 

Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro  region,  also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next  great career  move!

Primary Duties:

• Assesses the physical, psychosocial, spiritual & cultural dimensions of the patient as well as educational needs and document  appropriately .  Where applicable, refers to the competency validation documents for population(s) served.

• Performs all respiratory therapy treatments and services, including but not limited  to:  application, operation, monitoring, and management of all equipment and services provided. Service   including   but not limited  to:  oxygen, mixed gas, and humidity; monitoring; ventilators (Invasive and Non-invasive); bronchial hygiene; lung expansion; Spirometry testing; EKG machines; Blood Gas Analysis.

• Employs principles of therapeutic communication, interviewing techniques, problem solving and crisis intervention when performing patient care.

• Responds, performs, and  participates  in cardiopulmonary resuscitation by  maintaining  the airway,  providing  oxygen and ventilation via mask, endotracheal tube, or other devices, and per forming  closed chest cardiac massage.

• Facilitates workflow efficiency,  monitoring  interdepartmental systems and processes, departmental policies and procedures and making recommendations for improvements as needed.  Reviews electronic medical records and physician orders throughout work shift.

Qualifications:

• Associate   degree  -  Graduate of an AMA accredited program in respiratory care with an AAS Degree or higher .

• CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist)  -  NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist or NBRC Registered Pulmonary Function Technician from an accredited Respiratory Care Program  is  required . 

• BLS - Basic Life Support   required .

• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification ,  required  within one year of hire .

• NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Certification Program ,  required  within one year of hire .

• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification ,  required  within one year of hire .

• Must be registry eligible; some  a cute  experience is preferred.

• Preferred education:  Bachelor’s  degree in related healthcare field.

• Preferred certification:  RRT  ( Registered Respiratory Therapist )  from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) .

This position has a hiring range of $34.98 - $59.26