Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Respiratory Therapist RRT

Full-time

May be eligible for a sign-on bonus: $15000

Your experience matters

Sovah Health Danville is part ofLifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Respiratory Therapist joining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do.

How youll contribute

ARespiratory Therapist who excels in this role:

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.

• Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care.
• Monitors records and communicates patient condition as appropriate.

• Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes current research and best practices.

• Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance; participates as a member of the core team and rapid response team by responding to emergency or STAT calls to establish natural and artificial airways including oral endotracheal intubations or to help or assess with any other respiratory-related issue.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.

• Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.

• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What were looking for
Applicants should have an associates degree. Graduate of a Program in Respiratory Care Therapist.

Additional requirements include:

• Critical thinking skills decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) American Heart Association required or within six (6) months of hire
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) American Heart Association required or within six (6) months of hire
• Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) required or within six (6) months of hire or transfer.
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT) or eligible to take the NBRCs Registered. Respiratory Therapist exams and have passed the RRT exam within 18 months of hire.
• Licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia to practice as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP).

More about Sovah Health

Sovah Health Danvilleis a 250-bed acute care hospitalthat has been offering exceptional care to the Danville community for over 120 years. We are proud to be accredited by American College of Cardiology (ACC) Accreditation Services for Chest Pain Center and Heart Failure and accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer and is a member of the Duke Heart Network and Duke Telestroke Network.

EEOC Statement

Sovah Health - Danvilleis an Equal Opportunity Employer.Sovah Health - Danvilleis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.