Critical Care Respiratory Therapist

Mass General Brigham; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham’s Newton-Wellesley Hospital seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care as prescribed by physicians, and per Massachusetts board standards.

The role spans neonatal to geriatric patients, requiring assessment, plan development, treatment, teaching, and meticulous record-keeping. Responsibilities include inservice/training and participating in ventilated-patient care on a rotating DAYS, EVENING, and NIGHT schedule.

Qualifications

• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in MA required.
• Evidence of continued education as required by MA board.
• CPR/BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory services as prescribed by physicians.
• Assess patient condition and participate in care planning.
• Treat, teach, and document care; participate in management of ventilated patients.

Skills

CPR (BLS)

Critical care knowledge

Patient care

Education

Massachusetts Respiratory Care Practitioner licensure

Job description

Mass General Brigham’s Newton-Wellesley Hospital seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care as prescribed by physicians, and per Massachusetts board standards.

The role spans neonatal to geriatric patients, requiring assessment, plan development, treatment, teaching, and meticulous record-keeping. Responsibilities include inservice/training and participating in ventilated-patient care on a rotating DAYS, EVENING, and NIGHT schedule.