Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Sentara Louise Obici Hospital - Suffolk, VA

• $80.00/hr (RRT)
• Temporary Full Time
• 14-week assignment
• Night shift
• No benefits

Overview

The Registered Respiratory Therapist builds upon the overall pulmonary management in identifying and implementing physician directed respiratory care interventions for an individual or a group of patients. Works cooperatively with nursing and other health care team members for professional respiratory care practice for all patients ranging in ages from neonates to adults in all clinical and ambulatory settings. Responsible for the appropriate age specific assessment and treatment of patients.

May have access to, or oversight of Protected Health Information (PHI) in the course of carrying out position duties.
Associates or Bachelor's degree required. Non degreed applicants with RRT credentials prior to January 1, 2006 and graduates from a military RT program with RRT credentials will also be considered.
State license, active NBRC RRT and BLS required at time of hire. For new graduates only, must have State license and BLS at time of hire, and must obtain NBRC RRT within 6 months of hire date.

Education

• Associate's Degree - Respiratory Therapy OR
• Bachelor’s Degree – Respiratory Therapy

Certification/Licensure

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Certification
  - National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Respiratory Therapist License
  - State license
  - Virginia Department of Health Professionals (VADHP)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification
  - American Heart Association (AHA)

Experience

• 1 year of clinical respiratory care experience (preferred)

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Sentara is currently reviewing market compensation for this role. Our Talent Acquisition team will be able to share more specific information during the recruiting process.

Sentara Obici Hospital, a 175-bed state-of-the-art facility, is located on Godwin Boulevard in Suffolk, VA. Our full-service hospital continues a legacy of providing residents of Western Tidewater with high-quality, patient-centered care. As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, the hospital specializes in orthopedic and spine, heart and vascular, advanced imaging, gynecological and comprehensive breast services, behavioral health, maternity, weight loss surgery, and a heartburn treatment center.