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.
Make a Meaningful Impact as a Respiratory Therapist Pediatric Specialty Care - Point Pleasant, PA (Bucks County)
NEW SHIFT PREMIUM
Join a team where your expertise changes lives every day. Pediatric Specialty Care (PSC) is seeking compassionate and skilled Respiratory Therapists (RTs) to provide specialized care for medically complex children and young adults in a warm, home-like environment. At PSC, Respiratory Therapists play a critical role in supporting ventilator management, respiratory rehabilitation, and overall quality of life for our residents. You'll work alongside an experienced interdisciplinary team while building meaningful relationships with residents and families. Why Respiratory Therapists Choose PSC Optimal RT-to-Patient Ratios Specialized Pediatric and Ventilator Care Mentorship and Clinical Support New Graduates Welcome Collaborative Interdisciplinary Team Competitive Pay with NEW Shift Premiums Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance 401(k), PTO, and Holiday Pay Current Opportunity - Part-Time Days 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM One 12-hour shift per week Every other weekend requirement
Location:
Pediatric Specialty Care 90 Cafferty Road Point Pleasant, PA 18950 If you're looking for a respiratory therapy career where you can develop your clinical skills, build lasting connections, and make a meaningful impact, we'd love to meet you.
Responsibilities:
Day-to-Day tasks for Respiratory Therapist (RT): Screens and provides an in-depth evaluation of the needs of ventilator and respiratory clients. Identifies individual problems and needs through continuously collective objectives and subjective data based on interview, observation and review of individual records. Consults with the attending physician regarding treatment protocol. Provides written recommendations for interdisciplinary care planning and treatment. Contributes to the development, maintenance, and evaluation of the individual care plan. Respiratory Care interventions are consistent with the individual care plan and standards of practices as described by the AARC and/or state regulating agencies. Documentation is appropriate and reflects the care plan and reflects the individual's response to respiratory care interventions for scheduled and PRN treatment. Identifies problems and develops a complete plan of care according to facility/unit policy and federal/state regulations. Maintains written evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries of individuals receiving respiratory treatment and monitoring according to state, federal, and facility policies. Maintains documentation regarding the administration of medications and other required records. Administer prescribed medications and treatment in accordance with the approved respiratory techniques. Initiates ventilator weaning protocol and/or respiratory rehabilitation in accordance with physician's orders; maintains required contact with physician. Identifies deviations from expected lab values, monitoring etc. as related to scope of practice. Assess each assigned individual daily. Communicates pertinent individual and assignment information to coworkers, Manager, and interdisciplinary team members, including physician as appropriate. Confers with personnel of other departments and provides required training to meet special needs of individuals. Demonstrates flexibility in response to schedule changes, emergencies, individual needs. Maintains the safety and confidentiality of individual's medical record. Ensures that equipment and supplies are used in an appropriate, cost effective manner. Alerts Lead Respiratory Therapist/DON/ADON of needed supplies and equipment for Respiratory Therapy Department. Documentation is completed, concise and appropriate both in the medical records and all in-house communication which includes ventilation checks every 12 hours per PSC policy. Provide required training to new staff, family/caregivers on specific respiratory equipment and procedures. Assists with conducting in-service training programs for other personnel involved in direct care of respiratory individuals. Administers inhaled medications to ventilator dependent individuals and assigned pulmonary rehabilitation clients. Documents, reports, and follows through on abnormal findings with physicians/nurses/team.
Qualifications:
Respiratory Therapist (RT): Minimum of Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited educational institution; Bachelor's degree preferred Possession of active, unencumbered state Respiratory Therapist license in state where work is performed. Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist by National Board of Respiratory Care. Must possess a valid CPR from AHA Healthcare provider. Must be at least 21 years of age at applicable PSC locations This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.
EOE Statement:
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
