Ascension

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Ascension • $75K — $105K *
Baltimore, MD 21215In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Reposted 2 days ago
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Qualifications

  • BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.
  • Respiratory Care Practitioner licensed by the Maryland Board of Physicians required.
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the NBRC required.
  • Advanced Life Support certification preferred.
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification preferred.
  • Neonatal Resuscitation certification preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Perform evaluations and deliver high-quality care for patients with complex respiratory issues.
  • Analyze patient needs and determine appropriate treatment plans and frequencies.
  • Implement and monitor advanced respiratory equipment and care modalities.
  • Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and community resources.
  • Respond to emergencies during code situations and critical events.

Benefits

  • $3,000 sign-on bonus offered.
Full Job Description
Your future role at a glance

Location: Baltimore, MD

Facility: Ascension St. Agne

Specialty: Respiratory Care

Schedule: Days | Full-tune

Sign-On Bonus: $3,000

Salary Range: $36.37 - $50.71 per hour

Benefits that help you thrive

  • Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
  • Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
  • Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
  • Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
  • Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
  • Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
  • Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more


How you'll make an impact in this role

  • Perform evaluations and provide high-level care for patients with complex respiratory insufficiencies.
  • Analyze patient needs to determine treatment types and frequencies.
  • Implement and monitor respiratory equipment and advanced care modalities.
  • Educate patients and families on conditions, community resources, and long-term support programs.
  • Provide intervention during code situations and life-critical events.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Maryland Board of Physicians obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
  • Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
  • Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross preferred
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross preferred.
  • Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.


Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'
    degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.


Responsibilities

  • Perform evaluations and provide high-level care for patients with complex respiratory insufficiencies.
  • Analyze patient needs to determine treatment types and frequencies.
  • Implement and monitor respiratory equipment and advanced care modalities.
  • Educate patients and families on conditions, community resources, and long-term support programs.
  • Provide intervention during code situations and life-critical events.


Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Maryland Board of Physicians obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
  • Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
  • Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross preferred
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross preferred.
  • Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.


Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'
    degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

About Ascension

Ascension is a healthcare company that provides a range of services, including hospital care, primary care, and specialty care. The company operates more than 150 hospitals and 50 senior living facilities across the United States. Ascension also offers health insurance and other healthcare-related services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
Learn more about Ascension
Size
165,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1999
* Ladders Estimates

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