Respiratory Therapist - Weekend

Whittier Health Network; Bradford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Bradford is seeking a part-time Respiratory Therapist to join their team. This role involves collaborating with patient care teams, administering respiratory treatments, and a focus on geriatric and rehabilitation patients. New graduates are welcome to apply. The position offers flexible scheduling with differentials for evening and weekend shifts, enhancing work-life balance.

Qualifications

• B.S. or A.S. in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program.
• CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Current licensure by the Division of Registration, Board of Respiratory Care, Commonwealth of MA.
• Certification in BLS for Healthcare Providers.
• Preferred knowledge and experience in adult rehabilitation and geriatric age groups.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate as a trusted member of the patient care team.
• Provide individualized evaluation and treatment planning.
• Perform all modes of respiratory care.
• Dispense respiratory medication as ordered by the physician.
• Apply geriatric and rehabilitation knowledge to patient care.

Skills

Collaborative patient care

Mechanical ventilation maintenance

Oxygen and aerosol therapy

Airway maintenance

Respiratory medication administration

Education

B.S. or A.S. in Respiratory Therapy

CRT or RRT credential

Current licensure in Respiratory Care

Certification in BLS for Healthcare Providers

Job description

Respiratory Therapist - Whittier Rehab Hospital - Bradford

Part-Time, Weekends

New grads welcome

Differentials offered for evening, night, and weekend shifts. Per diem shifts also available.

Here at Bradford, we are equipped to provide complex medical treatments and procedures to patients who are acutely ill, have multiple complications, and require specialty care and continuous monitoring within our 25-bed LTACH unit. We have a Joint Commission Certified Pulmonary Program and excel at weaning and decannulating patients.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate as a trusted member of the patient care team as the subject matter expert to drive patients to their goals.
2. Provide individualized evaluation, documentation, treatment planning implementation, and goal determination under the direction of a physician.
3. Perform all modes of respiratory care including mechanical vent maintenance and weaning, ABGs, O2 and aerosol therapy, airway maintenance (including capping of trachs and trach changes), pulmonary hygiene (CPT, cough and deep breathing, suction), and maintenance of all respiratory equipment including compressed gas delivery systems and arterial blood gas instruments.
4. Dispense respiratory medication as ordered by the physician, with awareness of drug effectiveness, side effects, and contraindications.
5. Apply geriatric and rehabilitation knowledge and skills to patient care.

Prerequisites:

1. B.S. or A.S. in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program.
2. CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care.
3. Current licensure by the Division of Registration, Board of Respiratory Care, Commonwealth of MA.
4. Certification in BLS for Healthcare Providers.
5. Knowledge, experience, and competency in dealing with adult rehabilitation and geriatric age groups preferred.