Respiratory Care Practitioner, RCP

PAM Health

. Perform routine therapy, diagnostic, and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures for patients .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeWilkes-Barre • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in performing cardiopulmonary procedures, maintaining respiratory care equipment, and providing patient care for critically ill individuals. Holds necessary certifications and licenses to ensure compliance and deliver high-quality respiratory therapy.

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Certified Respiratory TherapistBasic Life Support (BLS)Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)Blood Gas LicensureClinical Respiratory Experience

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Hard Skills

Cardiopulmonary ProceduresPhlebotomyLaboratory TestingRespiratory Care Equipment MaintenanceArterial Punctures

Soft Skills

Compassionate CareCollaborationPatient Support

Certifications & Qualifications

State Respiratory Care LicenseBLS CertificationACLS Certification

Industry Keywords

Respiratory TherapyChronic Illness CareCritical CarePatient Outcomes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform routine therapy, diagnostic, and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures for patients
Maintain all respiratory care equipment in working order
Provide phlebotomy and basic laboratory testing as required or requested
Care for chronically and critically ill patients requiring extended hospital care
Work collaboratively to deliver compassionate care and support the best possible patient outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be certified or licensed in the state where the hospital resides to practice respiratory care
Must possess and maintain current BLS certification
Must possess and maintain current ACLS certification
Blood gas licensure required if employed in the state of Nevada
For hospitals that perform arterial punctures and/or run blood gases, at least a high school diploma is required; an associate degree is preferred
Minimum of one-year clinical respiratory experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous paid benefit time
Excellent insurance options
Professional growth opportunities through the Education Advancement Program
Collaborative environment with colleagues and leadership
No travel reimbursement for the 13-week local assignment