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Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal Intensive Care
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What they do
A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.
$72,852 / year median in North Carolina
+12% projected growth
Job Description
DHCIND Minimum Qualifications:
Degree:
Associates Degree.Education:
Graduate from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) or Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).Certification:
Possess certification as Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), CurrentBLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP.
Experience:
6 months of experience as a Neonatal Respiratory Therapist after graduation.Core Duties:
Perform complex respiratory procedures with minimal supervision. Participate with physicians, nurses and other staff in planning respiratory treatment, with great reliance on the individual's knowledge of the equipment. Provide emergency or critical respiratory care. Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs, oxygenation status, and respiratory function, specifically focusing on neonatal and pediatric populations. Administer and monitor respiratory therapies such as ventilator management, airway clearance techniques, and oxygen therapy tailored to neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) patients. Manage ventilator settings and troubleshoot equipment issues to ensure safe and effective respiratory support. Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for critically ill neonates and children. Perform airway management procedures including intubation, suctioning, and extubation while adhering to strict safety protocols. Maintain detailed documentation of patient progress, interventions performed, and responses to therapy in accordance with hospital policies. Stay current with advances in pulmonology, physiology knowledge, and medical terminology relevant to critical care and neonatal medicine. Participate in emergency response situations within the hospital or trauma center environment, providing expert respiratory support during acute events.Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Health Insurance