RRT (RCP II) 12 Hr - RRAL Job Opening

RRT (RCP II) 12 Hr - RRAL

Riverview Regional Medical Center

• Gadsden, Alabama
Category: Respiratory Therapist

Responsibilities

Under the direction and authorization of the medical director and cardiopulmonary director, the RCP II is responsible for performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician. Emphasis will be toward the assessment, planning, implementation and documentation of care, with consideration of age and population specific needs and requirements of the patient. In the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead RCP, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience
  • State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required.
  • Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required.
  • 2 years experience as an RCP preferred.
  • ACLS certificate within 60 day of hire and maintain current.
  • NRP certificate preferred.
  • PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
  • Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree required. If there is no Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science Degree, a high school diploma or equivalent is required.

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