Respiratory Therapist (Pediatrics) $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS! Posted Date
- Pediatric Specialty Care
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Full Time
Respiratory Therapist Options (12-hour shifts):**
- **Night** Shift (7:00pm-7:30am)
**Respiratory Therapist Status Options Defined:**
- **Full-time: **Three-12 hour shifts per week - Self Scheduling **Benefit eligible**
**PSC Benefits to Explore **(even part-timers qualify if minimum hours are met!)**:**
- NEW OPPORTUNITY for higher a base wage (for part timers only - 22.5-30 hours): Pay in Lieu of Benefits Program
- Full Suite of Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- 401K with Employer Matching
- PTO & Holiday Pay
- Next Generation Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Thinking about Continuing your Education? Tap into our Tuition Assistance Programs to help you chase your goals
- Shift Differentials
Responsibilities
**Respiratory Therapist:**
- 1. Screens and provides an in-depth evaluation of the needs of ventilator and respiratory clients.
- 2. Identifies individual problems and needs through continuously collective objectives and subjective data based on interview, observation and review of individual records.
- 3. Consults with the attending physician regarding treatment protocol. Provides written recommendations for interdisciplinary care planning and treatment.
- 4. Contributes to the development, maintenance, and evaluation of the individual care plan.
- 5. Respiratory Care interventions are consistent with the individual care plan and standards of practices as described by the AARC and/or state regulating agencies.
- 6. Documentation is appropriate and reflects the care plan and reflects the individual's response to respiratory care interventions for scheduled and PRN treatment.
- 7. Identifies problems and develops a complete plan of care according to facility/unit policy and federal/state regulations.
- 8. Maintains written evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries of individuals receiving respiratory treatment and monitoring according to state, federal, and facility policies.
- 9. Maintains documentation regarding the administration of medications and other required records.
- 10. Administer prescribed medications and treatment in accordance with the approved respiratory techniques.
- 11. Initiates ventilator weaning protocol and/or respiratory rehabilitation in accordance with physician's orders; maintains required contact with physician.
- 12. Identifies deviations from expected lab values, monitoring etc. as related to scope of practice.
- 13. Assess each assigned individual daily.
- 14. Communicates pertinent individual and assignment information to coworkers, Manager, and interdisciplinary team members, including physician as appropriate.
- 15. Confers with personnel of other departments and provides required training to meet special needs of individuals.
- 16. Demonstrates flexibility in response to schedule changes, emergencies, individual needs.
- 17. Maintains the safety and confidentiality of individual's medical record.
- 18. Ensures that equipment and supplies are used in an appropriate, cost effective manner.
- 19. Alerts Lead Respiratory Therapist/DON/ADON of needed supplies and equipment for Respiratory Therapy Department.
- 20. Documentation is completed, concise and appropriate both in the medical records and all in-house communication which includes ventilation checks every 12 hours per PSC policy.
- 21. Provide required training to new staff, family/caregivers on specific respiratory equipment and procedures.
- 22. Assists with conducting in-service training programs for other personnel involved in direct care of respiratory individuals.
- 23. Administers inhaled medications to ventilator dependent individuals and assigned pulmonary rehabilitation clients.
- 24. Documents, reports, and follows through on abnormal findings with physicians/nurses/team.
- 25. Utilizes electronic timekeeping system as directed.
- 26. Arrives to ork on time, regularly, and works as scheduled.
- 27. Recognizes and follows the dress code of the facility including wearing name tag at all times.
- 28. Follows policy and procedure regarding all electronic devices, computers, tablets, etc.
- 29. Supports and abides by Pediatric Specialty Care's Mission, Vision, and Values.
- 30. Abides by Pediatric Specialty Care's businesses code of conduct, compliance and HIPAA policies.
- 31. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor, management staff or Administrator.
- **Night** Shift (7:00pm-7:30am)
**Respiratory Therapist Status Options Defined:**
- **Full-time: **Three-12 hour shifts per week - Self Scheduling **Benefit eligible**
**PSC Benefits to Explore **(even part-timers qualify if minimum hours are met!)**:**
- NEW OPPORTUNITY for higher a base wage (for part timers only - 22.5-30 hours): Pay in Lieu of Benefits Program
- Full Suite of Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- 401K with Employer Matching
- PTO & Holiday Pay
- Next Generation Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Thinking about Continuing your Education? Tap into our Tuition Assistance Programs to help you chase your goals
- Shift Differentials
Responsibilities
**Respiratory Therapist:**
- 1. Screens and provides an in-depth evaluation of the needs of ventilator and respiratory clients.
- 2. Identifies individual problems and needs through continuously collective objectives and subjective data based on interview, observation and review of individual records.
- 3. Consults with the attending physician regarding treatment protocol. Provides written recommendations for interdisciplinary care planning and treatment.
- 4. Contributes to the development, maintenance, and evaluation of the individual care plan.
- 5. Respiratory Care interventions are consistent with the individual care plan and standards of practices as described by the AARC and/or state regulating agencies.
- 6. Documentation is appropriate and reflects the care plan and reflects the individual's response to respiratory care interventions for scheduled and PRN treatment.
- 7. Identifies problems and develops a complete plan of care according to facility/unit policy and federal/state regulations.
- 8. Maintains written evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries of individuals receiving respiratory treatment and monitoring according to state, federal, and facility policies.
- 9. Maintains documentation regarding the administration of medications and other required records.
- 10. Administer prescribed medications and treatment in accordance with the approved respiratory techniques.
- 11. Initiates ventilator weaning protocol and/or respiratory rehabilitation in accordance with physician's orders; maintains required contact with physician.
- 12. Identifies deviations from expected lab values, monitoring etc. as related to scope of practice.
- 13. Assess each assigned individual daily.
- 14. Communicates pertinent individual and assignment information to coworkers, Manager, and interdisciplinary team members, including physician as appropriate.
- 15. Confers with personnel of other departments and provides required training to meet special needs of individuals.
- 16. Demonstrates flexibility in response to schedule changes, emergencies, individual needs.
- 17. Maintains the safety and confidentiality of individual's medical record.
- 18. Ensures that equipment and supplies are used in an appropriate, cost effective manner.
- 19. Alerts Lead Respiratory Therapist/DON/ADON of needed supplies and equipment for Respiratory Therapy Department.
- 20. Documentation is completed, concise and appropriate both in the medical records and all in-house communication which includes ventilation checks every 12 hours per PSC policy.
- 21. Provide required training to new staff, family/caregivers on specific respiratory equipment and procedures.
- 22. Assists with conducting in-service training programs for other personnel involved in direct care of respiratory individuals.
- 23. Administers inhaled medications to ventilator dependent individuals and assigned pulmonary rehabilitation clients.
- 24. Documents, reports, and follows through on abnormal findings with physicians/nurses/team.
- 25. Utilizes electronic timekeeping system as directed.
- 26. Arrives to ork on time, regularly, and works as scheduled.
- 27. Recognizes and follows the dress code of the facility including wearing name tag at all times.
- 28. Follows policy and procedure regarding all electronic devices, computers, tablets, etc.
- 29. Supports and abides by Pediatric Specialty Care's Mission, Vision, and Values.
- 30. Abides by Pediatric Specialty Care's businesses code of conduct, compliance and HIPAA policies.
- 31. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor, management staff or Administrator.
Job ID: 480897150
Originally Posted on: 6/12/2025
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