Advanced Respiratory Therapist - Ventilator & Critical Care

FlexStaff; Elmhurst (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

FlexStaff is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform comprehensive respiratory assessments, provide therapy per physician orders, and educate patients and families on respiratory care. The role includes managing ventilators, conducting pulmonary tests, and collaborating with physicians to optimize care in a hospital setting.

The incumbent will adhere to infection control and safety protocols while contributing to equipment maintenance and department operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Certificate of completion from an accredited respiratory therapist program.
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist (LIC-RT) in NY State and/or Connecticut.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (CER-RRT) NBRC.
• Advanced and Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive respiratory assessment.
• Utilize assessment data to identify problems.
• Conduct bedside pulmonary function studies as ordered.
• Collaborate with physicians on care plan.
• Evaluate patient responses to respiratory care.
• Deliver care using a defined process.
• Provide respiratory therapy education to patient/family.
• Complete departmental paperwork and assist inventory control.
• Perform chest therapy techniques to mobilize secretions.
• Assist in Pulmonary Stress Testing as needed.
• Perform standard suctioning and collect specimens.
• Implement ventilator management and weaning protocols.
• Provide bronchial hygiene and airway care procedures.
• Collect blood for gas analysis and notify physicians.
• Monitor and adjust non-invasive ventilation and gas exchange.
• Support transport of ventilated patients with airway devices.
• Administer oxygen and humidification per orders and policy.
• Respond to cardiopulmonary emergencies per ACLS/BCLS.

Education

Certificate of completion from an accredited respiratory therapist program

Bachelor’s Degree, preferred

Licensed Respiratory Therapist (LIC-RT) in NY State and/or Connecticut

Registered Respiratory Therapist (CER-RRT) NBRC

Advanced and Basic Life Support certification

Job description

FlexStaff is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform comprehensive respiratory assessments, provide therapy per physician orders, and educate patients and families on respiratory care. The role includes managing ventilators, conducting pulmonary tests, and collaborating with physicians to optimize care in a hospital setting.

The incumbent will adhere to infection control and safety protocols while contributing to equipment maintenance and department operations.