Associate Respiratory Therapist - Level 2

New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Respiratory Therapist to join their dedicated team. This role involves supervising respiratory care personnel and providing essential therapeutic and diagnostic services to patients across various care areas. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting comprehensive patient assessments and collaborating with the treatment team to ensure high-quality care. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a renowned public hospital that emphasizes innovation in health services and patient-centered care. Join a mission-driven organization that values integrity, compassion, and excellence in healthcare.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Retirement Savings and Pension Plans

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Paid Holidays and Vacation

College Tuition Discounts

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduation from an Associate Degree program in Respiratory Therapy.
• Possession of a current license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Respiratory Care personnel as assigned.
• Performs clinical assessments to modify care in accordance with protocols.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Therapeutic Respiratory Services

Clinical Protocols

Communication Skills

Education

Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Associate Respiratory Therapist - Level 2

NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue is America’s oldest public hospital, established in 1736. Affiliated with the NYU School of Medicine, the 844-bed hospital is a major referral center for highly complex cases, with its 6,000 employees including highly skilled, interdisciplinary clinical staff. It sees more than 110,000 emergency room visits and 500,000 outpatient visits annually. Bellevue is an academic medical institution of international renown. We have served as an incubator for major innovations in public health, medical science, and medical education. Bellevue is a Level I Trauma Center delivering around-the-clock care in adult, pediatric, psychiatric and pediatric psychiatric emergencies as well as in the nationally-designated categories of cardiology, neurology, toxicology, and neonatology. In addition to providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient state-of-the-art care Bellevue is a city-wide medical specialty referral source. Bellevue’s clinical centers of excellence include: Emergency Medicine and Trauma Care; Cardiovascular Services; Designated Regional Perinatal Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (ICU); Comprehensive Children’s Psychiatric Emergency Program; and Cancer Services.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Job Description

Supervises Respiratory Care personnel as assigned Provides therapeutic, diagnostic and educational respiratory services for patients of all populations in all patient care areas and others as required. Responsible for performing clinical assessments to modify care in accordance with clinical protocols in a timely manner. Demonstrates knowledge of the organization's Service Standards and incorporates them into the performance of Duties.

• Perform comprehensive patient assessment and review of the patient's medical record to recommend and provide clinically indicated therapy

Performance Criteria:

• Reviews the patient's medical record for patient history, test results and other pertinent information.
• Utilizes methods of inspection, auscultation, percussion and/or palpation to determine respiratory care needs.
• Provides appropriate interventions based on the assessment findings.
• Communicates significant findings, actions taken and care recommendations with the treatment team in a timely fashion.
• Documents assessment findings and any actions taken in the patient's medical record.

All other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

1. Graduation from an Associate Degree program in Respiratory Therapy approved by the New York State Board of Education or a program determined equivalent in accordance with the Commissioner of the State Board of Education's regulations; and,
2. Possession of a current license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of New York; and,
3. Possession of current registration as a Respiratory Therapist issued by the National Board of Respiratory Care.

How To Apply

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NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities