Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team at UPMC Lock Haven as a Full-time Respiratory Therapist!

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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.

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Why Choose UPMC Lock Haven?

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• Generous Sign-On Bonus!

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• 0-1 years of experience: $12,000 (2-year commitment)

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• 1+ years of experience: $20,000 (2-year commitment)

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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!

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What You’ll Do:

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• Provide respiratory therapy services and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies.

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• Assess patient conditions, determine treatment requirements, and administer therapy.

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• Transport mechanically ventilated patients and respond to code situations.

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• Maintain and update patient charts with therapy information.

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• Demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees and supervise students.

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• Set up and operate respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring optimal treatment results.

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• Evaluate medical orders and interpret clinical data to optimize patient care.

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• Monitor patient responses to therapy and perform pulmonary function tests.

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Qualifications:

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• Graduate of a CoARC (Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) approved Respiratory program.

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• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

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• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.

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• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).

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• Maintenance of certification under NBRC requirements for those who received their RRT credential after July 1, 2002.

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Why UPMC Lock Haven?

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• Flexible Scheduling: Enjoy the flexibility of rotating shifts and a manageable work-life balance.

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• Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience and enhance your skills in a supportive environment.

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• Impactful Work: Make a difference in the lives of patients by providing critical respiratory care.

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Join us at UPMC Lock Haven and be part of a team that values your skills and dedication. Apply today and take the next step in your career!

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• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

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• Osteopathic Respiratory Care OR Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP)

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• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

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• Act 33 with renewal

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• Act 34 with renewal

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• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

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Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Traineeship, Relocation bonus, Flexible hours, Shift work, Rotating shift,

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