What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist, RRT/CRT - Full-time Lock Haven position at UPMC?
Join Our Team at UPMC Lock Haven as a Full-time Respiratory Therapist!
Are you ready to make a difference in patient care? UPMC Lock Haven is looking for dedicated and passionate Respiratory Therapists to join our team. This full-time position offers a dynamic work schedule with rotating 8 and 12-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays as they fall within a blocked schedule for better work-life balance.
Why Choose UPMC Lock Haven?
- Generous Sign-On Bonus!
- 0-1 years of experience: $12,000 (2-year commitment)
- 1 years of experience: $20,000 (2-year commitment)
Whether you’re a recent graduate eager to start your career or a seasoned professional seeking a new challenge, this is your opportunity to thrive at UPMC!
What You’ll Do:
- Provide respiratory therapy services and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies.
- Assess patient conditions, determine treatment requirements, and administer therapy.
- Transport mechanically ventilated patients and respond to code situations.
- Maintain and update patient charts with therapy information.
- Demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees and supervise students.
- Set up and operate respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring optimal treatment results.
- Evaluate medical orders and interpret clinical data to optimize patient care.
- Monitor patient responses to therapy and perform pulmonary function tests.
Salary : $31 - $48
