Sunday, October 26, 2025
WellSpan Health

Respiratory Therapist (Certified) - Respiratory Therapy - Night

Posted: 2 days ago

Job Description

Job DescriptionScheduleFull Time, Night Shift (72 hours biweekly)Hours: 3 x 12 hoursRotation: Every fourth weekendGeneral SummaryPerforms respiratory care modalities according to established standards and practices.ResponsibilitiesEssential Functions:Administers respiratory therapy modalities as per the physician, clinical practice guidelines, and/or clinical pathway; charts treatment, response and progress.Modifies therapy to maximize efficacy of the therapy regimen.Provides quality care consistent with appropriate policies and procedures, quality assessment program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.Common ExpectationsDemonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.Participates in educational programs and inservice meetings.Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.Assists with care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS Minimum EducationCertificate Program Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training. RequiredWork Experience1 year Relevant experience. RequiredLicensesCertified Respiratory Therapist Upon Hire Required andLicensed Respiratory Therapist Upon Hire Required andBasic Life Support Upon Hire RequiredCourses And TrainingCompletion of an accredited respiratory therapy technician program. Upon Hire RequiredBenefits OfferedComprehensive health benefits Flexible spending and health savings accountsRetirement savings planPaid time off (PTO)Short-term disabilityEducational assistanceFinancial education and support, including DailyPayWellness and Wellbeing programsCaregiver support via WeallthyChildcare referral service via WellthyAbout UsWellSpan Health’s vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,300 employed providers, 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region’s largest and one of the best in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest.About The TeamWellSpan Good Samaritan HospitalFor more than 125 years, WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital has provided leading-edge inpatient, outpatient, and emergent care to the Lebanon County community. One of eight premier hospitals in the WellSpan system, WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital features an award-winning cardiac and vascular center, a certified Primary Stroke Center, and a wound care and hyperbaric medicine center, while providing a supportive continuum of care through our extensive WellSpan primary, specialty, ambulatory, and behavioral health care locations within the community. WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital is supported by the nearby WellSpan Sechler Family Cancer Center, Lebanon’s first and only integrated cancer center. WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital was one of several WellSpan Health hospitals honored by U.S. News & World Report with the High Performing recognition for 2022-23.WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital serves as the cornerstone of care for a total population of nearly 142,000 residents living in the rural and urban mix of Lebanon County. A full-service, acute-care hospital, with a 163 licensed bed capacity, admitting approximately 7,000 patients annually. We offer open heart procedures, comprehensive cardiac care, total joint replacements, private labor and delivery birthing suites, robotic surgery, and emergency care.

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