Respiratory Therapist (Reg)

Company: Haywood Regional Medical Center
Location: Clyde
Posted on: February 18, 2025

Job Description:

Who We Are:People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Haywood Regional Medical Center is licensed for 154 beds and offers a comprehensive array of services and 11 multi-specialty physician clinics. We also offer a 54,000 square foot Health and Fitness Center including personal training, indoor pool, massage therapy, and nursery. Where We Are:Clyde is centrally located to all that Western North Carolina has to offer. With our classic Southern charm, we offer a relaxing getaway lifestyle with impressive views of the Smokies and classic Appalachian culture. We are also just a short drive away Maggie Valley, Asheville, and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Why Choose Us: Nursing Ladder Program to build skills and earn bonuses Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees Employee Assistance Program mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants Opportunities for education and training through partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare And much morePosition Summary:Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.
Minimum Qualifications:Minimum EducationGraduate of a school of Respiratory TherapyRequired SkillsRequires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Required SkillsCertifications:AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days of hire.AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 6 months of employment.AHA Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 6 months of employmentNote: PALS and NRP not required for Cardiopulmonary Rehab RRTs or Physician Practice RRTs.Required Licenses[North Carolina,United States]Respiratory Therapist - Registered Respiratory TherapistRegistered Respiratory Therapist required.Credentialed with the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) requiredEEOC Statement:Haywood Regional Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
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