Respiratory Care Practitioner, RCP

PAM Health

Respiratory Care Practitioner performing cardiopulmonary procedures and respiratory therapies. Supporting recovery for chronically and critically ill patients at PAM Health specialty hospitals.

Posted 8/14/2026full-timeWilkes-Barre • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in performing cardiopulmonary procedures and maintaining respiratory care equipment, while providing compassionate care to critically ill patients. Holds necessary certifications and possesses clinical experience in respiratory care.

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Licensed Respiratory Care PractitionerBLS CertificationACLS CertificationClinical Respiratory ExperienceBlood Gas Licensure

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Hard Skills

Cardiopulmonary ProceduresPhlebotomyLaboratory TestingRespiratory Care Equipment MaintenanceArterial Punctures

Soft Skills

Compassionate CareCollaborationPatient Support

Certifications & Qualifications

BLS CertificationACLS CertificationState Respiratory Care LicenseBlood Gas Licensure

Industry Keywords

Respiratory CareCritical CarePatient RecoveryChronic Illness Care

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform routine therapy, diagnostic, and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures for patients in PAM Health hospitals
Maintain all respiratory care equipment in working order
Provide phlebotomy and basic laboratory testing for the patient population as required or requested
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested
Collaborate with colleagues and leadership to provide compassionate care and support patient recovery

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 and 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
Commitment to learning and providing care to chronically and critically ill patients

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical benefits: EPO/HDHP/HSA options, including prescription coverage, Rx ’n Go, and Teladoc
Comprehensive dental and vision benefits
Employee Assistance Program, including counseling, legal, and financial services
Flexible spending (FSA) and health savings (HSA) accounts
Life and Disability insurance benefits
Education/In-Service Opportunities including continuing education and tuition assistance
Supplemental benefits: Accident, critical illness, cancer, pet, and identity theft protection insurance options
Auto, Home, Cell Phone, and Gym Membership discount offerings
Personal Travel Discounts
401(k) plans and discretionary employer match
Generous Paid Benefit Time
Professional growth through the Education Advancement Program