Respiratory Therapist 1 Fulltime Night

Inova
US - Virginia - Fairfax
June 30, 2024

Job Responsibilities

Performs basic clinical assessments (i.e. pulse rate, respiratory rate, breath sounds, cough/sputum, chest wall/movement, perceived work of breathing, etc.) of the cardiopulmonary system with a moderate degree of accuracy.
Administers basic respiratory therapeutic interventions (i.e. gas/humidity therapy, bronchial hygiene, CPT, lung inflation, airway management, manual ventilation, resuscitation and medicated aerosol) with moderate proficiency and occasional supervision.
Establishes and manages basic mechanical ventilation with the most commonly used ventilators with moderate proficiency and occasional supervision.
Performs weaning mechanics as ordered with high proficiency in more than 90 percent of ventilator patients cared for. Reviews the need for continuing ventilator support (i.e. spontaneous breathing trail, weaning) in more than 90 percent of the ventilator patients cared for on a daily basis.
Collects specimens and performs basic diagnostic testing (e.g. EKG, sputum collection, bedside spirometry) with moderate proficiency and occasional supervision.
Displays a moderate degree of accuracy in the interpretation of basic diagnostic and monitoring data (e.g. spirometry, CXR, culture and sensitivity, blood gases) in the majority of the patients cared for.
Formulates basic plans of care based on diagnostic data, responses to therapy and the physiologic profiles of patients cared for. Uses effective time management in work organization and triaging.
May perform additional duties as assigned.

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist 1 to join the team. This position is fulltime (36 hrs) working varies shifts and schedules. We offer a great Sign-On Bonus, Referral Bonus, and Relocation Bonus! Plus, don't forget about our other amazing benefits and perks!

Inova Benefits and Perks:

Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
Tuition reimbursement and Educational Assistance
Student loan assistance - up to $10,000!
State-of-the-art medical and training facilities
Paid parental leave for birth/adoption of a child
Retirement benefits with match from day one
Free Parking to all employees
Exclusive savings opportunities to in-store events, theme parks, discounts, movie tickets and local offerings and so much more!

Schedule - Night Shift 7:
00PM to 7:
00AM 36 Hours Per Week, 7PM to 7AM and Weekends Requirements for consideration:

Graduate of an accredited CoARC (The Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) respiratory care program.
Certified Respiratory Therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
Basic Life Support from AHA upon start
Licensed Respiratory Therapist and eligible to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

About Us

We are Inova, Northern Virginia's leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 24,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better - to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare.

Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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