Critical Care Respiratory Therapist - Make a Difference

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care across age groups under physician orders. The role emphasizes critical thinking, adherence to policies, and collaborative teamwork within the Respiratory Therapy department.

Required is an Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy, Massachusetts licensure, and ACLS within three months of employment. RRT is preferred; CRT may apply with an RRT within a year as a developmental path.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Massachusetts License.
• ACLS must be obtained within three months of employment.
• RRT is required, but can apply as CRT and must obtain RRT within a year.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within the Respiratory Therapy scope-of-practice.
• Follow physician orders and hospital policies; work under supervision.
• Apply critical thinking to clinical situations and communicate with the health care team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Critical thinking

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care across age groups under physician orders. The role emphasizes critical thinking, adherence to policies, and collaborative teamwork within the Respiratory Therapy department.

Required is an Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy, Massachusetts licensure, and ACLS within three months of employment. RRT is preferred; CRT may apply with an RRT within a year as a developmental path.