Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Position Summary The RCP IV will be expected to focus in critical care areas, participate in research, lead patient education activities and function as a mentor to the AAS degree RCP's. The RCP IV will have advanced knowledge, critical thinking skills, professional development, and critical care expertise of Respiratory Care procedures. They will be involved in assisting with case management and the discharge planning processes. They will be called on to function as chronic pulmonary patient navigators. Minimum Requirements American Heart Association BLS Certification Associate Degree or higher in an approved CoARC program for Respiratory Care Active licensure with the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board upon hire and is maintained yearly. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) must be obtained within 6 months of hire. American Heart Association ACLS, if not current at time of hire, must complete within first 6 months of Employment and maintained.

If working in the Children's hospital you are required to have AHA PALS and NRP in place of the AHA ACLS and you must have completed the

NBRC NPS

exam by 12 months from your orientation end date. For non-medical center Respiratory care departments AHA BLS and ACLS are required. AHA PALS and NRP are required at 6 months from hire date. Accepting applications for all levels of experience (New Grads - 25+ Years of Experience) Clinical Ladder Pay Range Pay Range begins at $31.50 per hour 15K OR 30K Commitment Bonus Available Other Information Night Shift 7p-7a 3 - 12 hr Shifts per week No On Call Rotating Weekends Career Growth Opportunities Available Great Benefits ECU Health About ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital is a 114-bed community hospital located in Ahoskie. Serving four nearby counties, the 15-bed emergency department sees approximately 18,000 patients per year. ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital provides a wide range of health services, including medical, surgical and radiation oncology. In addition, the Wound Healing and Pain Management clinics serve as referral centers for neighboring ECU Health hospitals and providers. General Statement It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position. Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant's qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint. Contact Information For additional information, please contact:

Braeton Grady, Associate Recruiter ECU Health Talent Acquisition Email:

Braeton.

Maurer@ecuhealth.org