Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem, Rotating Shifts (Mercy Fitzgerald)

Employment Type : Part time

Shift : Rotating Shift

Description :

Mercy Fitzgerald, a member of Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic, is looking for a Respiratory Therapist to join our team on our respiratory services unit!

Schedule : 12hr Rotating shifts

Under supervision of the department manager and / upon request of the physician order sets up and operates various types of respiratory care equipment to be utilized in the Diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease or illness. Also delivery of medications needed to assist in control of Respiratory ailments.

Job Responsibilities :

Demonstrates competence in providing Oxygen Therapy

Demonstrates competence in Arterial Blood Gas Sampling

Recognizes changes in patient condition and responds appropriately (notifies nurse / physician, initiates CPR)

Sets up and maintains ventilator functions

Demonstrates appropriate use of pulse oximetry device

Participates in the education process of patients and families

Requirements :

Current PA License in Respiratory Therapy

Must be registered by the NBRC

AHA BLS

HS graduate or equivalent, graduate of an AMA approved respiratory therapy program

What We Offer : Competitive Salary

Retirement Savings Program

Free Parking

And more!

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.