Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Full-time Milton S. Hershey Medical Center employees receive a 75% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents through the Grant-in-Aid program.
***$15,000 SIGN-ON BONUS - eligible to those that qualify***
Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center
Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 0.90
Shift: Night
Night Shift Differential: $2.50/hour
Hours: 7:00p - 7:00a
Recruiter Contact: Hector Diaz at [email protected]
Make a difference where every breath matters. Join the Respiratory Therapy team at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, where you’ll provide advanced respiratory care to critically ill adult patients with complex and challenging medical conditions.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
As a Respiratory Therapist I, you’ll play a vital role in delivering advanced respiratory care to patients across a wide range of specialties and levels of acuity. You’ll perform complex respiratory procedures, support patients with critical and chronic respiratory conditions, and collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other members of the multidisciplinary care team to provide exceptional patient care.
Our Respiratory Therapy team offers opportunities to expand your clinical expertise, take on complex patient care, and serve as a trusted clinical resource to colleagues. Through professional development, a clinical ladder, continuing education, and opportunities for advancement, you’ll have the support and resources to continue growing throughout your career.
Join our team and benefit from:
- Nationally Recognized Respiratory Care Team: Recipient of the American Association of Respiratory Therapists (AARC) APEX Award for Respiratory Excellence and Pennsylvania Society for Respiratory Care Department of the Year Award.
- Professional Growth and Career Advancement: Annual paid membership to AARC and paid continuing education (CEUs), plus reimbursement for credentialing exams.
- Tuition Assistance for You and Your Family: Reduced out-of-pocket expenses to help you and your dependents further your education.
- Sign-On Bonuses: Competitive bonuses for qualified individuals.
- Relocation Assistance: Financial support to help you transition smoothly to central Pennsylvania if you live more than 50+ miles from Hershey.
What you'll do:
- Participate in an eight to 12-week orientation process.
- Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses and other health care professionals to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each child's unique needs.
- Bring your wealth of experience to the table, serving as a vital member of our multidisciplinary team.
- Administer advanced respiratory care procedures and provide mentorship to our dedicated staff.
Minimum qualifications:
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) certification
- PA licensure as a Respiratory Therapist
- Two years of experience in Respiratory Therapy
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
Penn State Health Total Rewards
Penn State Health offers more than just a job ─ we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to support your well-being, both inside and outside of the workplace. Here are a few highlights:
- Be Well:Take advantage of our employee wellness programs, including confidential referrals and mental health counseling, free access to the University Fitness Center in Hershey and membership and equipment discounts to Peloton for working out at home.
- Be Balanced:Enjoy generous paid time off (PTO), personal time and paid parental leave to ensure you have the time you need to recharge and care for yourself and your loved ones.
- Be Secured:Rest easy knowing your future is protected with retirement benefits, including 401(k) matching, extended illness bank, life insurance and identity theft protection.
- Be Rewarded:Receive competitive pay, take advantage of tuition assistance opportunities and participate in our PAWS UP! employee recognition program to celebrate your achievements.
- Be Supported:24-hour support and resources, including the HR Solution Center, learning and organizational development programs, virtual benefits orientation and an exclusive employee concierge service to assist you in for scheduling medical appointments.
Ready to make a difference in a young life?
Apply today or email Hector Diaz at [email protected]
This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email [email protected] or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.
Union: Non Bargained
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