Please join us for our network wide career expo!
Wednesday, September 25 from 3pm-7pm at Gannon University
The event will take place in the Waldron Campus Center in the Yehl Ballroom
Located at 628 Peach Street Erie, PA 16501.
We are offering a variety of exciting positions, and we're always looking for talented individuals to join our team.
•To be considered for a role, you must meet the minimum qualifications for the position at the time of your interview. •Depending on the specific position and your qualifications, you may be eligible for a sign-on bonus.AHN Leadership and our Talent Acquisition team will be available to discuss your career goals and explore the opportunities that align with your skills and experience.
For more details and to register, please visit: Careers.highmarkhealth.org/events
We look forward to meeting you!
GENERAL OVERVIEW:
Provides assessment, treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with respiratory disorders under licensed medical direction.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Administers therapeutic respiratory care procedures according to hospital and department policies. (55%)
Completes documentation that is required to measure, monitor, and ensure department effectiveness e.g., charting, billing, IPOC, patient/family education. (20%)
Performs diagnostic respiratory procedures according to hospital and department policies. (20%)
Provides instruction to patients and other members of the healthcare team as needed. (5%)
Performs other duties as assigned or required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum
Associate’s Degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Graduate of an approved respiratory therapy program.
Pennsylvania state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, CRT, or TPP.
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) required prior to the expiration of the TPP
CPR – American Heart Association.
Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
Preferred
Registered with the National Board of Respiratory Care RRT, or Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT).
1 year experience in a hospital setting.
Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
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