Critical Care Respiratory Therapist

Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 57,597 - 65,918; Full time

Job summary

Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital in Cambridge is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join their patient care team. The successful candidate will provide clinical assessments, initiate and manage therapeutic respiratory care for critically ill patients, and contribute to care plans in collaboration with medical staff.

Required qualifications include an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy, relevant certifications, and effective communication skills. A collaborative work environment and opportunities for education and training will be available.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy required; Bachelor's preferred.
• 0-1 year of experience in Respiratory Care preferred.
• Must hold various relevant licenses and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical assessment and therapeutic respiratory care to patients.
• Manage respiratory therapy according to established procedures.
• Educate patients, families, and students in respiratory care.

Skills

Responsibility in Respiratory Therapy

Effective Communication

Patient Care Assessment

Team Collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

Registered Respiratory Therapist Certification

Neonatal Resuscitation Certification

Massachusetts State License

Job description

Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital in Cambridge is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join their patient care team. The successful candidate will provide clinical assessments, initiate and manage therapeutic respiratory care for critically ill patients, and contribute to care plans in collaboration with medical staff.

Required qualifications include an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy, relevant certifications, and effective communication skills. A collaborative work environment and opportunities for education and training will be available.