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Job Summary

This role is vital in providing high-quality treatment to patients according to physician orders and departmental standards. As an Adult Respiratory Therapist, you will work autonomously in various acute and critical care settings. Collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals is essential to make informed treatment recommendations. This position requires skills to treat a diverse patient population, including infants, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics.

Are you an Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist interested in Adult Respiratory Care?

Join us and explore multiple opportunities in the Adult Respiratory Service line at Prisma Health. We have openings across several acute care and specialty hospitals, including:

• Baptist Easley Hospital
• Greenville Memorial Hospital
• Greer Memorial Hospital
• Hillcrest Hospital
• Laurens County Hospital
• Marshall I. Pickens Hospital
• North Greenville Hospital
• Oconee Memorial Hospital
• Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation Hospital

We are excited to offer generous sign-on bonuses for eligible full-time positions: $7,500 for Direct Care Respiratory Therapists with one year of experience or more ($5,000 for less than one year). Additional benefits include a yearly $1,800 tax-free student loan repayment. Moving to South Carolina? Inquire about our relocation assistance program.

Once you submit your application, our Talent Acquisition Team will contact you to discuss the diverse opportunities available at Prisma Health.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute respiratory therapy procedures in line with physician orders, departmental policies, and Respiratory Care guidelines. - 20%
• Successfully obtain and analyze blood gas samples, reporting results accurately. - 10%
• Initiate and manage all types of mechanical ventilation for patients. - 20%
• Implement airway management and operate associated equipment. - 10%
• Document and charge for all respiratory care procedures with comprehensive patient and family education. - 10%
• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team, providing thorough reports and making recommendations as necessary. - 10%
• Follow infection control practices, ensuring cleanliness and sterilization of equipment. - 10%
• Practice resource stewardship, including efficient use of supplies and time. - 10%

Supervisory/Management Responsibility

This is a non-management position reporting to a supervisor, manager, or higher authority.

Minimum Requirements

Graduate of a respiratory therapy program accredited by the American Medical Association or an equivalent authority, or eligibility for licensure in South Carolina, or a senior student graduating in the next 3 months.

Required Certifications/Registrations/Licenses

Must possess a license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in South Carolina or be eligible for licensure, or be a senior student graduating within three months. BLS certification is required. Maintain NBRC credentials. Employees hired before June 2016 may be Certified Respiratory Therapists. Those hired after June 2016 must pass the Therapist Multiple Choice Exam and the Clinical Simulation Exam within six months of graduation to maintain employment.

NRP and PALS certification required for independent practice in the NICU and PICU at the Children's Hospital.

Other Required Skills and Experience

Must work effectively in a team environment and possess strong communication, computer, and organizational skills.

Work Shift

Location

Prisma Health Corporate Office, 7001 Corporate

Department

Talent Acquisition

Share your talent with us! Our vision is to transform healthcare for the benefit of the communities we serve, which requires dedicated individuals in every role within Prisma Health.