Respiratory Therapist, Adults or Pediatrics, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

Atrium Health

Winston Salem, NC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$30.70–$46.05 Per Hour
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiac Catheter Laboratory, Cardiology, Cardiovascular, Certified Medical Assistant, Clinical Research, Clinical Trial, Compensation and Benefits, Consulting, Critical Care, Customer Experience, EMT-Paramedics, Electronic Medical Records, Healthcare, Hospital, Laboratory, Laboratory Management, Leadership, Medical Assistance, Medicine, Neonatology, Neurology, Neuroscience, Nonprofit, Oncology, Organ Transplant, Patient Care, Patient Education, Pediatrics, Performance Management, Procedure Implementation, Registered Nurse (RN), Regulations, Respiratory Therapy, Retirement Plan, System Integration (SI), Ventilator
LOCATION
Winston Salem, NC
POSTED
27 days ago

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Respiratory Therapist, Adults or Pediatrics, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

$ Sign-On Bonus Eligible

Winston Salem, NC, United States

Job ID: R249297

Shift: 3rd

Job Type: Regular

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Department:

36402 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Respiratory Therapy Services

Status:

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

36

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Full Time, Nights

Pay Range

$30.70 - $46.05

This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Sign-On Bonus: $20,000 sign-on bonus, provided the candidate meets the eligibility requirements

  • Relocation Assistance: Up to $8,000 in Relocation Assistance for qualified candidates

  • Department: Adult OR Pediatrics

  • Location: Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, Winston-Salem, NC

  • Shift Schedule: Full Time and Weekend Option

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • Day 1 Health Coverage: Choose from either copay or HSA-eligible health insurance options with coverage starting on your first day of work.

  • Generous PTO: Accrual starts at 25 days/year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters.

  • Retirement: Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions

Essential Functions

  • Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.

  • Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each. Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.

  • Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators and is aware of the critical care duties and effects of such therapy.

  • Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs.

  • Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies. Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.

  • Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting. Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values, and the importance and treatment of abnormal results.

  • Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible. Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department.

  • Follows departmental safety guidelines. Completes all regulatory requirements. Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.

YOU'LL NEED:

  • Graduate of an AMA approved two or four-year program for respiratory care or satisfies the requirements as outlined in the admissions policies of the NBRC for registry examinations.

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and licensed to practice as a RCP in the state of North Carolina required.

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

  • Peds: PALS and NRP required within 90 days of employment.

  • Adult: ACLS required within 90 days of employment.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

  • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

  • Incentive pay for select positions

  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

  • Paid Time Off programs

  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

  • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

  • Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is seeking dedicated and compassionate Respiratory Therapists to join our dynamic healthcare team within either our Pediatric or Adult units. As a Respiratory Therapist this is your opportunity to grow, learn, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients and communities.

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