Critical Care Respiratory Therapist

Orthopt; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide bedside respiratory care under physician supervision. Responsibilities include evaluating prescriptions, administering therapies, operating ventilators, and monitoring patient responses.

The role requires an AS in Respiratory Therapy with NBRC credentials within 1 year, New Jersey licensure, BLS, and ALS may be required. Prior PFT and EPIC charting experience are highly preferred.

Qualifications

• AS degree in respiratory therapy; required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate prescriptions and determine therapy type and duration.
• Administer aerosol medications and position patients for breathing support.
• Operate ventilation and gas delivery equipment.
• Monitor patient responses (vital signs, ABGs) during therapy.
• Perform pulmonary function tests and assist in diagnosis.
• Maintain patient charts and ensure equipment safety.

Skills

Patient assessment

Vital signs monitoring

Communication with physicians

Respiratory care

Education

AS in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelors degree (preferred)

Tools

EPIC charting

PFT equipment

Ventilators

Job description

Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide bedside respiratory care under physician supervision. Responsibilities include evaluating prescriptions, administering therapies, operating ventilators, and monitoring patient responses.

The role requires an AS in Respiratory Therapy with NBRC credentials within 1 year, New Jersey licensure, BLS, and ALS may be required. Prior PFT and EPIC charting experience are highly preferred.