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Respiratory Therapist
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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.
$72,849 / year median in West Virginia
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Cabell Huntington Hospital seeks a Respiratory Therapist. The Respiratory Therapist shall deliver respiratory CARE services, under medical supervision, throughout the hospital including critical care units (NICU, PICU, BICU, ICU, SICU, CCU) medical and surgical floors, emergency and recovery rooms. The Registered Respiratory Therapist must be able to adapt to the particular areas of duty assignment and must be able to perform special duties required by the assignment.
Applicant must be recognized by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (R.R.T.). Current WV Respiratory Care license is required a Licensed Respiratory Therapist. Graduation from an AMA accredited respiratory care education program for Respiratory Therapist.
Candidates interviewed for this role will be asked to present proof of required degrees, certificates and/or certifications at the time of the interview. Candidates unwilling or unable to provide said documentation will not be considered. Two-years experience in the critical care area, NICU, PICU, and Adult ICU is preferred.
RRT by National Board for Respiratory Care required
WV State Licensure for Respiratory Care required
ACLS and PALS preferred
Minimum of up to 1 year required. 1-2 years preferred
The individual must posses the skills and competencies necessary for providing respiratory care services to patients ranging in age from neonate to geriatric.