Job Description
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is hiring Full-Time Respiratory Therapists to support the Respiratory Therapy department at CHP Main Campus in Lawrenceville! UPMC offers an amazing Total Rewards package, including up to $6,000 yearly tuition reimbursement, competitive wages, a sign-on bonus and so much more!
+ $20,000 sign-on bonus for 1 year of experience and beyond
+ $12,000 for new grads with 0-1 year of experience
+ 2-year work commitment with both sign-on bonuses
_Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education. The starting hourly rate is $24.66 for CRT and $27.08 for RRT._
+ Reviews prescriptions, patient data, and arterial blood gases to assess condition and determine therapy type, duration, and dosages.
+ Selects appropriate inhalant administration methods, ensures compatibility with physician's orders, and evaluates medical orders.
+ Interprets clinical data to optimize patient outcomes.
+ Sets up, operates, and monitors ventilators, gas administration systems, environmental controls, and aerosol generators; adjusts equipment for optimal results.
+ Ensures safe, efficient equipment function through inspection, testing, and ordering repairs when needed.
+ Monitors patient responses (vital signs, blood gases, chemistry), performs drainage, breathing exercises, and pulmonary function tests.
+ Consults physicians regarding adverse reactions and maintains accurate patient charts.
+ Demonstrates procedures, supervises trainees, and assists in transporting ventilated patients.
+ Responds to all emergency code situations.
+ Graduate of a Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care approved Respiratory program required
+ Students who have received a temporary license along with official transcripts are permitted to begin employment
+ Certified Respiratory Therapist from the National Board for Respiratory Care is required prior to expiration of temporary practice permit
Licensure, Certifications and Clearances:
+ BLS or CPR required
+ Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT)
+ Osteopathic Respiratory Care OR Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP)
+ Clearances with renewal:
+ Act 31, 33, 34, & 73
_UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran_
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Traineeship, Relocation package,
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