Critical Care Respiratory Therapist

Hackensack Meridian Health; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care under supervision. You will diagnose, treat, and manage patients with pulmonary disorders in various units, perform evaluations, and educate patients and families.

The role requires NJ licensure and BLS certification, with opportunities to work with life support systems. You will operate ventilators and related equipment, document care in EPIC, and participate in emergency responses,

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Care program.
• Associate`s degree.
• Comprehensive knowledge of all clinical aspects of Respiratory Care.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of pulmonary disorders pursuant to physician prescription.
• Performs cardiopulmonary evaluation, monitoring, respiratory therapy techniques, procedures and patient education.
• Manages data from physiological specimens, performs diagnostic tests and studies of the cardiopulmonary system.
• Administers and/or monitors gases, mechanical ventilation, airway care, bronchopulmonary hygiene, and related pharmacologic agents.
• Operates and maintains respiratory care equipment and participates in life support management when needed.
• Records therapy procedures and patient response in the EMR (EPIC) and participates in code responses.

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care under supervision. You will diagnose, treat, and manage patients with pulmonary disorders in various units, perform evaluations, and educate patients and families.

The role requires NJ licensure and BLS certification, with opportunities to work with life support systems. You will operate ventilators and related equipment, document care in EPIC, and participate in emergency responses,