Respiratory Therapist - Weekend Program (WEP) - Days
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onVirginia Union University, Admiral Street, Northside, Richmond, Virginia, 23232, United States
About the Role
The Respiratory Therapist serves as a vital resource and educator for patients, caregivers, hospital staff, and students. In this advanced capacity, you will provide safe and effective respiratory care across a diverse range of populations, including neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients. Your work is guided by discipline training, Clinical Practice Guidelines, and hospital standards and protocols.
Beyond direct patient care, this role involves independent action in cardiopulmonary assessment and monitoring, particularly during emergency responses. You will manage airway care, select appropriate ventilators and parameters, and consult with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to ensure the appropriateness of patient care plans. In the absence of a supervisor, you may also function as a shift team leader, guiding the team through daily operations.
The environment is fast-paced, requiring the ability to handle multiple priorities and adapt to frequent changes. You will work in a setting that may involve noisy conditions and intense customer interactions, with physical demands including lifting, prolonged standing, and reaching.
Hiring Process & Application
Candidates must meet specific licensure and certification requirements to be considered. New hires on or after January 1, 2015, must hold a current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential. Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree from a CoARC accredited program and prior experience in a similar practice setting.
Depending on the specific unit assignment, this position may require rotating shifts, weekend and holiday coverage, and on-call availability.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, including disabled individuals and protected veterans.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Virginia Union University, Admiral Street, Northside, Richmond, Virginia, 23232, United States
Richmond, Virginia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleFunction as a shift team leader in the absence of the supervisor
- check_circleProvide safe and effective respiratory care to neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations
- check_circleServe as a respiratory care resource and educator for patients, caregivers, staff, and students
- check_circleManage airway care and select appropriate ventilators and non-ordered ventilator parameters
- check_circleConsult with physicians and interdisciplinary team members regarding patient care plans
- check_circleMaintain work areas in a clean and well-stocked manner
- check_circlePerform cardiopulmonary assessments and monitoring, including during emergency responses
Requirements
- verifiedLicensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Respiratory Therapist
- verifiedCurrent NBRC certification as CRT or RRT
- verifiedCurrent CPR certification
- verifiedCurrent NRP certification as required by practice setting
- verifiedEducation satisfying NBRC eligibility requirements
- verifiedNew graduate or prior work experience as RRT/CRT
Nice to Have
Current related credentials from the NBRC or National Asthma Educator Certification Board (NAECB). Current ACLS and/or PALS. Two (2) years of work experience as a Respiratory Therapist. Previous affiliation or work experience in a similar practice setting. Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy from a Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredited program.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Respiratory Therapist, Certified Respiratory Therapist, Registered Respiratory Therapist, CPR, Acls, Pals, NRP, Cardiopulmonary Assessment, Airway Care, Ventilators.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy from a CoARC accredited program preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Respiratory Therapist - Weekend Program (WEP) - Days at VCU Health
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A Respiratory Therapist - Weekend Program (WEP) - Days at VCU Health is responsible for the following: Function as a shift team leader in the absence of the supervisor; Provide safe and effective respiratory care to neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations; Serve as a respiratory care resource and educator for patients, caregivers, staff, and students; and Manage airway care and select appropriate ventilators and non-ordered ventilator parameters.
What are the requirements for this Respiratory Therapist - Weekend Program (WEP) - Days role?expand_more
VCU Health is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Respiratory Therapist; Current NBRC certification as CRT or RRT; Current CPR certification; Current NRP certification as required by practice setting; Education satisfying NBRC eligibility requirements; and New graduate or prior work experience as RRT/CRT.
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Respiratory Therapist - Weekend Program (WEP) - Days at VCU Health is based in Virginia Union University, Admiral Street, Northside, Richmond, Virginia, 23232, United States. This is a on-site role.
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VCU Health has listed this Respiratory Therapist - Weekend Program (WEP) - Days role as on-site.
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Respiratory Therapist - Weekend Program (WEP) - Days at VCU Health typically requires 0+ years of relevant experience at the entry level level.
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Key skills for Respiratory Therapist - Weekend Program (WEP) - Days at VCU Health include Respiratory Therapist; Certified Respiratory Therapist; Registered Respiratory Therapist; CPR; Acls; Pals; NRP; and Cardiopulmonary Assessment.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy from a CoARC accredited program preferred.
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Respiratory Therapist - Weekend Program (WEP) - Days at VCU Health is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.