PRN Respiratory Therapist - Arlington, United States - VHC Health

Description

PRN Respiratory Therapist
Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

Across all levels the Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for the direct and indirect total respiratory care of his / her assigned patients.

He / She is also responsible for the supervision of assigned personnel. The position requires knowledge of both department and hospital policies and procedures relevant to the delivery of respiratory care. Interpretive skills, frequent interactive and consultative associations, along with management and supervisory skills, are inherent in the position. The ability to retrieve, communicate or otherwise present information in a written, auditory or visual fashion is essential. The primary method to express or exchange ideas is through the spoken word. Written, telephone, and manual dexterity skills are required for this position.

Education:
Associate's degree in respiratory therapy is required.
Bachelor's degree is respiratory therapy is preferred.

Experience:
Two years of experience in respiratory therapy is required.

Certification/Licensure:
Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist by the Virginia Department of Health Professions is required.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is required.
BLS certification is required.