Respiratory Therapist - Home Care jobs in Erie, PA

Respiratory Therapist - Home Care works in a home care environment and assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases. Being a Respiratory Therapist - Home Care treats patients with pressure breathing, mechanical ventilation, positive pressure breathing, humidity/medicated aerosol therapy, medical gas administration, pulmonary drainage procedures, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Also measures the lung capacity of a patient to determine if there is an impairment. Additionally, Respiratory Therapist - Home Care operates oxygen and other therapeutic gas and mist equipment. Requires a credential of Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Requires an associate's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Respiratory Therapist - Home Care's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Respiratory Therapist
  • Allegheny Health Network
  • Erie, PA FULL_TIME
  • Company :

    Allegheny Health Network

    Job Description : 

    GENERAL OVERVIEW:

    Provides assessment, treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with respiratory disorders under licensed medical direction.

    ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Administers therapeutic respiratory care procedures according to hospital and department policies. (55%)
    • Completes documentation that is required to measure, monitor, and ensure department effectiveness e.g., charting, billing, IPOC, patient/family education. (20%)
    • Performs diagnostic respiratory procedures according to hospital and department policies. (20%)
    • Provides instruction to patients and other members of the healthcare team as needed. (5%)
    • Performs other duties as assigned or required.

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Minimum

    • Associate’s Degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
    • Graduate of an approved respiratory therapy program.
    • Pennsylvania state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist or TPP.
    • Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).
    • BLS upon hire.

    Preferred

    • Registered with the National Board of Respiratory Care RRT, or Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT).
    • 1 year experience in a hospital setting.

    Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

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Respiratory Therapist / Respiratory Therapist Registered
  • Cross Country Healthcare
  • Erie, PA FULL_TIME
  • Job Description As a registered respiratory therapist, you will provide care for patients who have lung diseases and breathing disorders. Working in a hospital, outpatient center, home health, nursing...
  • 20 Days Ago

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RN - Home Care
  • BAYADA Home Health Care
  • Spartansburg, PA FULL_TIME
  • Come for the Flexibility, Stay for the Culture Needing more 'life' in your work-life balance? Apply to our talent network today BAYADA Offers Our Registered Nurses:One on one care Flexible scheduling ...
  • 2 Days Ago

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RN - Home Care
  • BAYADA Home Health Care
  • Conneautville, PA FULL_TIME
  • Come for the Flexibility, Stay for the Culture Needing more 'life' in your work-life balance? Apply to our talent network today BAYADA Offers Our Registered Nurses:One on one care Flexible scheduling ...
  • 2 Days Ago

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LPN - Home Care
  • BAYADA Home Health Care
  • Conneautville, PA FULL_TIME
  • Come for the Flexibility, Stay for the Culture Needing more 'life' in your work-life balance? Apply to our talent network today BAYADA Offers Our LPNs:One on one care Flexible scheduling based on your...
  • 2 Days Ago

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LPN - Home Care
  • BAYADA Home Health Care
  • Spartansburg, PA FULL_TIME
  • Come for the Flexibility, Stay for the Culture Needing more 'life' in your work-life balance? Apply to our talent network today BAYADA Offers Our LPNs:One on one care Flexible scheduling based on your...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,882 per week
  • TRS Healthcare
  • Erie, PA
  • Host Healthcare is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Erie, Pennsylvania. Job Description & Requ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,134 per week
  • TRS Healthcare
  • Erie, PA
  • ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Erie, Pennsylvania. Job Descr...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Respiratory Therapist ($2799-$3199/Week)
  • Vetted Health
  • Erie, PA
  • Travel Respiratory Therapist ($2799-$3199/Week)Company: Vetted HealthStates: All 50 states (nationwide)Overview:Vetted H...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Respiratory Therapist CRT & RRT (Multiple Opportunities)
  • Upmc - Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • Erie, PA
  • Job Description Respiratory Therapists are eligible for up to a $12,000 sign on bonus! n UPMC Hamot is hiring Respirator...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Respiratory Therapist CRT & RRT (Multiple Opportunities)
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • Erie, PA
  • Respiratory Therapists are eligible for up to a $12,000 sign on bonus! UPMC Hamot is hiring Respiratory Therapists to su...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,388-1,599 per week
  • Stability Healthcare
  • Erie, PA
  • AMN Healthcare Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in ERIE, Pennsylvania. Job D...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,864 per week
  • TRS Healthcare
  • Erie, PA
  • ARMStaffing is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Erie, Pennsylvania. Job Description & Requirem...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Respiratory Therapist / RRT - Travel Job
  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • Erie, PA
  • Jackson is hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist with expertise in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluati...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Erie (/ˈɪəri/; EER-ee) is a city on the south shore of Lake Erie and the county seat of Erie County, Pennsylvania, United States. Named for the lake and the Native American Erie people who lived in the area until the mid-17th century, Erie is the fourth-largest city in Pennsylvania, as well as the largest city in Northwestern Pennsylvania, with a population of 101,786 at the 2010 census. The estimated population in 2017 had decreased to 97,369. The Erie metropolitan area, equivalent to all of Erie County, consists of 276,207 residents. The Erie-Meadville, PA Combined Statistical Area has a pop...
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Income Estimation for Respiratory Therapist - Home Care jobs
$48,948 to $56,125
Erie, Pennsylvania area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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