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Respiratory Therapist

Wytheville, Virginia

Req ID 7454-3479 Post Date Jun. 26, 2024 CategoryTherapists FacilityWythe County Community Hospital
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*$10,000 Sign on Bonus and Relocation Assistance available for qualifying candidate*

Examines patients with breathing-related conditions and conducts diagnostic testing.  Consults with physicians to develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient.  Performs physiotherapy and other treatments and teaches patients to use medications.

Reports to: Supervisor - Respiratory Therapy; Director of Cardio Services


Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, time management skills, organizational skills, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Ability to utilize keyboard, computer, and various pieces of general office equipment. Knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care based upon the diverse population of patients, and based on physical, psycho/social, education, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patient served.

Required Certifications/Licensure
Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days of hire
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 90 days of hire
NRP within six months of hire.

Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist by the Virginia Board of Health Professions and in good standing with the Board.

Minimum Work Experience
1 year of hospital-based experience in Respiratory Therapy preferred


Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
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