Respiratory therapist Job at UPMC, Erie, PA

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  • UPMC
  • Erie, PA

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Respiratory Therapist!

Are you a dedicated and compassionate Respiratory Therapist looking to make a meaningful impact in patient care? UPMC Hamot is seeking a skilled professional to join our dynamic team. In this role, you’ll work with cutting-edge technology and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide exceptional respiratory care. Under the general direction of a physician and by prescription, you will provide respiratory therapy services and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies and abnormalities. Your expertise will be utilized across all patient populations and service areas. If you’re passionate about improving patient outcomes and thrive in a supportive and innovative environment, we want to hear from you!

UPMC Hamot is a 423-bed hospital offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services and serves as a regional referral hub and Level II Trauma Center. Supported by a 300-member medical staff, this facility cares for its patients in the UPMC Hamot tradition of quality, health, healing, and education.

This position is sign-on bonus eligible:

  • New graduates and candidates with less than one year of experience are eligible for a $12,000sign-on bonus with a 2 year employment commitment 
  • Candidates with 1+ years of experience are eligible for a $20,000sign-on bonus with a 2 year employment commitment 

Learn more about our Respiratory Careers here: Respiratory Therapy Careers at UPMC

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and become a vital part of our healthcare community!

Candidates will be placed on the appropriate step of the career ladder based on their experience and licensure.

Responsibilities:

  • Assess patient condition and determine treatment requirements by reading prescriptions, measuring arterial blood gases, and reviewing patient information.
  • Choose the best method for administering inhalants and make necessary adjustments according to physician’s orders.
  • Assist in transporting mechanically ventilated patients and respond to emergency situations.
  • Maintain patient charts with identification and therapy information, and order repairs when needed.
  • Demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees and supervise students during training.
  • Set up and operate respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring it meets specified treatment parameters.
  • Monitor and adjust equipment to achieve optimal therapy results, and inspect equipment for safety and efficiency.
  • Evaluate medical orders and interpret clinical data to optimize patient outcomes.
  • Monitor patient’s physiological responses to therapy, perform bronchopulmonary drainage, assist with breathing exercises, and conduct pulmonary function tests.
  • Consult with physicians if adverse reactions occur.

Requirements:

  • Graduate of a CoARC-approved Respiratory program.
  • Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in Pennsylvania.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
  • Maintain NBRC certification if RRT credential was obtained after July 1, 2002.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

  • CPR certification based on AHA standards within 30 days of hire.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
  • Osteopathic Respiratory Care or Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP).
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
  • Act 33, Act 34, and Act 73 FBI Clearance, all with renewal.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

If you have any questions about the position or would like to discuss the role in more detail, our recruiter is available to assist you and provide more information to help you determine if this opportunity is the right fit for you. To connect, send an email to ogdenj2@upmc.edu and we’ll be happy to schedule a time to speak with you or address any inquiries you may have.

Job Tags

Traineeship, Relocation bonus,

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