Salary Up to $53.00 / hour + NEW Shift Premium Overview SIGN ON BONUS: $10,000 for Full-time and $5,000 for Part-time RT- Respiratory Therapist (Pediatrics) Position Overview: + Pediatric Specialty Care in Point Pleasant, PA (Bucks County) is seeking dedicated and compassionate Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our team. The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing quality care for clinically complex pediatric residents in home like atmosphere! The Respiratory Therapist assists with ensuring the health and well-being of our individuals by evaluating individuals’ ventilator weaning and/or respiratory rehabilitation potential. PSC is proud to advertise optimal nurse to patient ratios. Pediatric Specialty Care Overview: + At Pediatric Specialty Care, we are dedicated to providing the best possible long term, short term and transitional care available for technology-dependent and medically fragile infants, children and young adults. Pediatric Specialty Care is dedicated to meeting the unique needs of medically complex and technology dependent individuals ranging from birth to 21 years of age. Our goal is to enable children with special needs to realize their fullest potential in a nurturing and supportive environment. It is evident to our residents and their families that whether we are helping to transition a child back to their family’s home or celebrating a resident’s small, yet miraculous achievement, we are deeply committed to their physical, psychological and spiritual well-being every step of the way. Company Mission, Vision and Core Values: Mission: People caring for people Vision: We strive to be your partner of choice Core Values - ICARE Prinicples: Integrity -We are honest and do what is right Collaboration -We work as a team and earn the trust of our partners Accountability -We turn purpose into action to achieve our goals and celebrate the accomplishments of others Respect -We treat others with courtesy and dignity Excellence -We pursue high standards and innovation to be the best Respiratory Therapist (RT) Shift Options (12-hour shifts): + Dayshift (6:45am-7:15pm) + Nightshift (6:45pm-7:15am) In addition to a competitive pay package that includes our NEW SHIFT PREMIUM, we offer: + Optimal Staff to Patent Ratios + Mentorship & Training – WE WELCOME & SUPPORT NEW GRADUTES! + Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance + 401K + PTO & Holiday Pay Pediatric Specialty Care in Point Pleasant, PA is located at: 90 Cafferty Road, Point Pleasant, PA 18950 . Responsibilities Essential Job Functions Respiratory Therapist (RT): 1. Screens and provides an in-depth evaluation of the needs of ventilator and respiratory clients. 2. Identifies individual problems and needs through continuously collective objectives and subjective data based on interview, observation and review of individual records. 3. Consults with the attending physician regarding treatment protocol. Provides written recommendations for interdisciplinary care planning and treatment. 4. Contributes to the development, maintenance, and evaluation of the individual care plan. 5. Respiratory Care interventions are consistent with the individual care plan and standards of practices as described by the AARC and/or state regulating agencies. 6. Documentation is appropriate and reflects the care plan and reflects the individual’s response to respiratory care interventions for scheduled and PRN treatment. 7. Identifies problems and develops a complete plan of care according to facility/unit policy and federal/state regulations. 8. Maintains written evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries of individuals receiving respiratory treatment and monitoring according to state, federal, and facility policies. 9. Maintains documentation regarding the administration of medications and other required records. 10. Administer prescribed medications and treatment in accordance with the approved respiratory techniques. 11. Initiates ventilator weaning protocol and/or respiratory rehabilitation in accordance with physician’s orders; maintains required contact with physician. 12. Identifies deviations from expected lab values, monitoring etc. as related to scope of practice. 13. Assess each assigned individual daily. 14. Communicates pertinent individual and assignment information to coworkers, Manager, and interdisciplinary team members, including physician as appropriate. 15. Confers with personnel of other departments and provides required training to meet special needs of individuals. 16. Demonstrates flexibility in response to schedule changes, emergencies, individual needs. 17. Maintains the safety and confidentiality of individual’s medical record. 18. Ensures that equipment and supplies are used in an appropriate, cost effective manner. 19. Alerts Lead Respiratory Therapist/DON/ADON of needed supplies and equipment for Respiratory Therapy Department. 20. Documentation is completed, concise and appropriate both in the medical records and all in-house communication which includes ventilation checks every 12 hours per PSC policy. 21. Provide required training to new staff, family/caregivers on specific respiratory equipment and procedures. 22. Assists with conducting in-service training programs for other personnel involved in direct care of respiratory individuals. 23. Administers inhaled medications to ventilator dependent individuals and assigned pulmonary rehabilitation clients. 24. Documents, reports, and follows through on abnormal findings with physicians/nurses/team. Qualifications Educational Requirements and Qualifications for Respiratory Therapist (RT): + Minimum of Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited educational institution; Bachelor’s degree preferred + Possession of active, unencumbered state Respiratory Therapist license in state where work is performed. Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist by National Board of Respiratory Care. + Must possess a valid CPR from AHA Healthcare provider. + Must be at least 21 years of age at applicable PSC locations. + This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level. EOE Statement WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved. Need help finding the right job? We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Join our Talent Community! Join our Talent Communityto receive updates on new opportunities and future events. Posted Date9 hours ago(11/13/2024 9:22 AM) Requisition ID2024-31026 # of Openings5 Area of InterestTherapy CompanyPediatric Specialty Care LocationPediatric Specialty Care at Doylestown Position TypeRegular Full-Time Shift6:45am-7:15pm & 6:45pm-7:15am SalaryUp to $53.00 / hour + NEW Shift Premium