New Graduate Respiratory Therapist, Adult or Pediatric, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

Department:

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

36

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Pay Range

$30.70 - $46.05

This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: 

• Sign-On Bonus:  $20,,000 sign-on bonus, provided the candidate meets the eligibility requirements
• Relocation Assistance: Up to $8,000 in Relocation Assistance for qualified candidates
• Department: Adult OR Pediatrics
• Location: Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, Winston-Salem, NC
• Shift Schedule:  Full Time and Weekend Option

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Day 1 Health Coverage: Choose from either copay or HSA-eligible health insurance options with coverage starting on your first day of work.   
• Generous PTO: Accrual starts at 25 days/year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters. 
• Retirement: Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions 

YOU’LL NEED:

• Graduate of an AMA approved two or four-year program for respiratory care or satisfies the requirements as outlined in the admissions policies of the NBRC for registry examinations. 
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and licensed to practice as a RCP in the state of North Carolina required. 
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required. 
• Peds: PALS and NRP required within 90 days of employment. 
• Adult: ACLS required within 90 days of employment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building. 
• Provides respiratory therapies, following age appropriate standards of care and departmental policies and procedures throughout the hospital. 
• Initiates and maintains mechanical ventilation and airway support following age-appropriate standards of care. 
• Reports routine clinical procedures regarding patients to relief personnel to ensure continuity of care for the patient. Performs and maintains competency for point-of-care testing, as assigned, ensuring compliance with WFBH policies and with applicable state and federal regulations. 
• Provides invasive and non-invasive monitoring to ensure patient safety and appropriateness of care. 
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge and ensures QI to enhance service to customers. 
• Ensures age/developmentally appropriate patient care is provided in accordance with Age-Specific Care Guidelines for the specific age groups served.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Communication skills including verbal, non-verbal listening skills 
• Ability to provide direct and indirect respiratory care Ability to perform multiple tasks under stress

WHERE YOU'LL LIVE: 

The picturesque cities of North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region are ranked among US News & World Report’s Top 50 Best Places to Live.  This includes: 

• Affordable Living: Enjoy a family-friendly and affordable area, with housing costs 31% below the national average. 
• Great Schools: Access to top-notch educational institutions and high-ranking school systems provide excellent opportunities for personal and academic growth.  
• Vibrant Neighborhoods: Join a regional population of 1.6 million residents, where lively downtowns and family-orientated neighborhoods create a warm and inviting atmosphere. 

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

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Compensation

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