**Description**
**Introduction**
Do you have the PRN career opportunities as an ECMO Specialist PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Henrico Doctors' Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.
**Benefits**
Henrico Doctors' Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
+ Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
+ Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
+ Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
+ Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
+ Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
+ 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
+ Employee Stock Purchase Plan
+ Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
+ Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
+ Colleague recognition program
+ Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
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**_Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location._**
Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as an ECMO Specialist PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!
**Job Summary and Qualifications**
The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) Specialist coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care. The RRT ECMO Specialist delivers this care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. The RRT administers respiratory care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. The RRT performs diagnostic tests to aid physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and lung disorders. The RRT performs ECMO therapy to support patients with severely impaired heart/lung function.
**What you will do in this role:**
+ You will perform and document patient assessment, including breath sounds, airway patency, and cuff pressure. You will conduct diagnostic procedures to evaluate the need for, and response to, respiratory therapy.
+ You will assist with placement of artificial airways. You will initiate, monitor, and maintain mechanical ventilation.
+ You will administer respiratory care therapies, including oxygen delivery, aerosol medication delivery, and chest physiotherapy.
+ You will cite indications, contraindications, risks, and benefits for venoarterial and venovenous ECMO support.
+ You will prepare and operate clinical equipment and circuitry per ECMO policies/procedures.
+ You will perform all circulatory technical skills with efficiency, accuracy and safety while anticipating, troubleshooting, intervening, and managing crises/emergency situations according to policy and procedure.
**What qualifications you will need:**
+ Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
+ Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
+ (RRT/RCP-State) Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner
+ High School Graduate / GED
+ (CRT-State) Certified Respiratory Therapist, or (NBRC-CRT) Certified Respiratory Therapist, or (NBRC-RRT) Registered Respiratory Therapist
Established in 1974, Henrico Doctors' Hospital is a 340-bed community hospital offering cardiology, gastroenterology, neurology, oncology, physical therapy, women's services and a 24/7 emergency department. Operated by HCA Healthcare, Henrico Doctors' Hospitals consists of three community campuses - Henrico, Parham, and Retreat Doctors' Hospitals along with a free-standing emergency center, Hanover Emergency Center. Envisioned, founded and supported by a group of independent physicians looking to provide high-quality care in an accessible community setting, Henrico Doctors' proudly remains committed to providing patients with the best care possible.
"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our ECMO Specialist PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. **Unlock the possibilities and apply today!**
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status