Respiratory Therapist PRN (RRT) (Per-Diem)

Position Title

Respiratory Therapist PRN (RRT) (Per-Diem)

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

Across all levels the Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for the direct and indirect total respiratory care of his / her assigned patients. He / She is also responsible for the supervision of assigned personnel.

The position requires knowledge of both department and hospital policies and procedures relevant to the delivery of respiratory care. Interpretive skills, frequent interactive and consultative associations, along with management and supervisory skills, are inherent in the position.

The ability to retrieve, communicate or otherwise present information in a written, auditory or visual fashion is essential. The primary method to express or exchange ideas is through the spoken word. Written, telephone, and manual dexterity skills are required for this position.

Education

• Associate's degree in respiratory therapy is required.
• Bachelor's degree is respiratory therapy is preferred.

Experience

Two years of experience in respiratory therapy is required.

Certification/Licensure

• Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist by the Virginia Department of Health Professions is required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is required.
• BLS certification is required.

Additional Job Description

At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities.

In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families.

VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate—is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors.

These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions.

The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes.

No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans.

The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law. VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity 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.

VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.