Respiratory Therapist (Pulmonary Function) - Day - Newark - $10K Sign On

ChristianaCare stands as one of the Mid Atlantic's premier academic health care providers, uniquely positioned with three major campuses located in Wilmington, Newark, and Union at Cecil County. This esteemed health system has established itself as a regional center of excellence renowned for its comprehensive cardiology, cancer, and women's health services. Ranked by US News & World Report as a Best Hospital, ChristianaCare consistently embodies the values of love and excellence that are central to its mission and patient care philosophy. The institution prides itself on fostering a culture of compassion and high-quality medical practice, attracting top-tier healthcare professionals dedicated to improving patient outcomes and advancing medical research.

The role available at ChristianaCare specifically targets a licensed respiratory therapist who is proficient, professional, and accountable in executing diagnostic pulmonary function testing alongside a range of specialized respiratory care procedures. This position is integral to the pulmonary health team, encompassing responsibilities like hemodynamic monitoring, assisting with diagnostic procedures, and administering pharmacologic agents related to respiratory care. The respiratory therapist will also maintain pulmonary function equipment, implement quality control measures, and monitor performance improvement initiatives. Community service, education for healthcare providers, meticulous documentation, and research conduct are also critical aspects of this multifaceted role.

This position offers a day shift schedule consisting of four 10-hour shifts from 7am to 5:30pm each week, with no weekend or holiday work required. The work week rotates between Monday and Friday, providing a regular weekend off followed by a four-day weekend off on an ongoing pattern. The role will be based in the Newark PFT Lab, supporting a collaborative and technology-driven environment. Eligible candidates for this position receive a $10,000 sign-on bonus, highlighting ChristianaCare's commitment to attracting and retaining top respiratory therapy professionals.

The salary for this role ranges between $39.50 and $54.31 per hour, dependent on the candidate's experience and qualifications relevant to the specific job requirements. This pay scale represents ChristianaCare's transparent and competitive compensation strategy, ensuring equitable recognition for skills and expertise. ChristianaCare also emphasizes diversity and inclusiveness, operating as an equal opportunity employer dedicated to eliminating discrimination and upholding diversity reflecting the community it serves.

Ideal candidates for this respiratory therapist role are expected to be graduates of a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) approved School of Respiratory Therapy and hold current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials with a minimum of two years of relevant clinical experience. Additional requirements include maintaining current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification with Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred, active licensure in the state of Delaware, and membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) is desirable. The respiratory therapist will perform a comprehensive suite of pulmonary function tests, including spirometry, diffusion capacity, lung volumes, maximal respiratory pressures, and body plethysmography, as well as arterial blood gas sampling and analysis.

In this role, the therapist is also responsible for pulse oximetry with exercise tests, assisting physicians during bronchoscopies, pleuroscopies, tracheostomy tube changes, and managing emergency respiratory situations with cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway management. The position demands strict adherence to safety practices and infection control protocols, use of electronic health record software like Powerchart and Breeze, and commitment to ongoing education through mandatory annual training. This comprehensive approach ensures the delivery of high standards of respiratory care and contributes to advancing ChristianaCare's goal of excellent patient services and operational excellence.