Clinical Respiratory Specialist

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A Brief Overview

The position is full-time (1.0 FTE), salaried, and day shift, no weekend shifts for this role. This role requires enrollment in a bachelor's program and :

• At least five (5) years experience in the field of respiratory care. Required
• At least three (3) years experience in the care of neonatal/pediatric patients. Required

The Clinical Respiratory Specialist practices at the level of a proficient-to-expert practitioner of respiratory care. The Clinical Respiratory Specialist demonstrates expertise in caring for patients with multiple and complex problems. In addition to demonstrating clinical leadership, the Clinical Respiratory Specialist serves as a resource and consultant to staff and participates in endeavors to increase respiratory care knowledge.

What you will do

• Provides expert care using intuitive reasoning and experience.
• Establishes professional practice standards.
• Incorporates research into clinical practice and participates in scientific inquiry.
• Acts as a consultant to enhance professional development.
• Actively seeks to understand the utilization of financial resources, while maintaining quality patient care.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED - Required
• Bachelor's Degree Enrollment Required
• Master's Degree - Preferred

Experience Qualifications

• At least five (5) years experience in the field of respiratory care. Required
• At least three (3) years experience in the care of neonatal/pediatric patients. Required

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to provide basic respiratory care to children.
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.

Licenses and Certifications

• Respiratory Therapist (Pennsylvania) - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - upon hire - Required or
• Osteopathic Respiratory Therapist (Pennsylvania) - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - upon hire - Required and
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) - upon hire - Required and
• Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal Pediatric Specialty (RRT-NPS) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) - upon hire - Required and
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - upon hire - Required

To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine. Learn more.

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SALARY RANGE:

Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.

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