Respiratory Therapist / Respiratory Care / PRN / Night / 7p-7a

Job DescriptionSummary:Evaluates patients in therapy and advises physicians on appropriate therapy modalities. Provides respiratory care to patients through administration of therapeutic gases and drugs, and by setting up and monitoring ventilators and other devices. Patient population includes neo-nates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.Required Education:• Graduate of a CoARC approved Respiratory Care Program.• Must have a current NC Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.• CRT required.• BCLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).• ACLS, PALS, NRP certified within three months of employment. Employees returning from leave must take recertification's at next available date. • Works independently in at least three of the following areas: ED, Floor Therapy, CCU, NICU, Diagnostics Collaborates with students during clinical rotation.Required Work Experience:No previous experience required. Given training and on-the-job experience, incumbent should be proficient in the basic aspects of the job within three months of employment date.About UsAbout Catawba Valley Medical CenterCOMPREHENSIVE, ACCESSIBLE HEALTHCARE SERVICES IN THE CATAWBA VALLEYAs the region's largest not-for-profit community hospital, we exist to heal and comfort patients, to promote and foster a healthier community, and to ensure access to healthcare to all who need it - regardless of ability to pay. With a wide array of medical specialties, our skilled nurses and providers are trained to treat virtually any type of injury or illness, providing high-quality, easily accessible healthcare close to home.Our mission: Exceptional Healthcare. Every Person. Every Time.At A Glance:Region's only level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)Women's Choice Award winner for America's Best 100 Hospitals for Patient Experience for six consecutive yearsAmerican College of Surgeons Accredited Comprehensive Community Cancer CenterHIGH LEVEL OF TECHNICAL CARE FROM MEDICAL EXPERTSCatawba Valley Medical Center offers a wide range of services from experienced medical specialists capable of addressing virtually any healthcare concern. Our current hospital holds 258 beds and serves the five-county Hickory area. Through our skilled medical practitioners and our highly trained staff, we strive to provide the highest level of medical expertise using the latest, state-of-the-art technology available.