Respiratory Therapist

West Virginia United Health System is seeking a compassionate and experienced Respiratory Therapist to join our team. We are a hospital dedicated to providing top-notch care to our patients, and we are looking for an individual who can help us to continue to do so. To be successful in this role, you must have a commitment to excellent patient care as well as the ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate must possess a minimum of an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy and have current state licensure. A positive attitude and excellent communication skills are essential for this position. If you are passionate about providing the best care for your patients and are looking to make a difference in the lives of those in our community, then we'd love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

1. Monitor and assess patient respiratory care plans.
2. Develop patient treatment plans in coordination with other healthcare professionals.
3. Administer and monitor respiratory care procedures as ordered by physicians.
4. Educate patients and their families on the use of respiratory care equipment and treatments.
5. Maintain patient medical records and filing systems.
6. Maintain and update knowledge of current standards in respiratory therapy.
7. Participate in quality improvement activities.
8. Adhere to safety protocols and infection control procedures.
9. Maintain clean and organized work environment.
10. Communicate effectively and professionally with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Respiratory Therapist in Morgantown, WV, USA is $43,000 to $68,000 per year. This range may vary depending on the individual's experience, qualifications, and type of employer.

The WVU Health System, WVU Medicine's largest component, is a not-for-profit corporation and West Virginia's largest employer. West Virginia United Health System helps residents in the Mountain State stay on top of their health. The system operates United Hospital Center (in Clarksburg), as well as hospitals in the West Virginia University Hospitals (WVUH) system, including City Hospital (Martinsburg), Jefferson Memorial Hospital (Ranson), and WVUH's home hospital in Morgantown. In addition, WVUHS operates WVUH's Cheat Lake physicians ambulatory center, as well as a network of about a dozen primary care clinics located throughout central and northern West Virginia. Combined, the system's hospitals and clinics have more than 1000 beds and treat approximately 1.4 million patients annually.