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At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations (https://www.virtua.org/locations) , we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program (https://www.virtua.org/about/eat-well) , telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location:

Lippincott - 301 Lippincott Drive

Employment Type:

Employee

Employment Classification:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Work Shift:

1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours:

40

Additional Locations:

Job Information:

Job Summary:

Respiratory Care Practitioner with a primary responsibility to maximize clinical outcomes for cardio-pulmonary patient populations through staff education, implementation of evidenced-based practices, coordination and integration of respiratory, nursing, and medical staff practices while demonstrating clinical leadership in the field of Respiratory Care.

Position Responsibilities:

Oversees learning and orientation, mediates educational and competency opportunities as well as the development of preceptorships within the Respiratory Care Department. Act as primary liaison for student clinical rotations. Design and assess clinical competency tools to guide and document staff professional growth and development

Evaluates staff administered patient care and assessment skills through on-unit observation, chart review, discussion, and real time coaching. Evaluates new technology, techniques, and procedures in collaboration with department leadership-may include research and development activities.

As assigned, serves as an integral member of interdisciplinary site and/or system teams and committees as respiratory liaison and communicates practice changes as approved by team and/or committee findings and decisions.

Serves as a member of the system’s Respiratory Care Practice Council. Participates in the periodic review and design of practice Policy and Procedures.

Will coordinate with nursing for respiratory educational opportunities for nurse orientees, and any inservices for nursing units.

Position Qualifications Required:

Required Experience:

3-5 years clinical respiratory therapy experience required.

Adult, Pediatric, and Neonatal intensive care experience preferred.

Required Education:

Graduate of an AMA approved program of study in Respiratory Care.

Bachelor’s Degree required. Master’s degree preferred.

Training / Certification / Licensure:

Licensed by the NJ State Board of Respiratory Care as a Respiratory Care Practitioner

American Heart Association (AHA) credentials in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Additional NBRC credentialing as Advanced Critical Care Specialist (ACCS) and/or as a Neonatal-Pediatric Specialist (NPS) preferred.

AHA credentialed in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred.